KENOSHA HUMAN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC. 3536 52nd Street Kenosha, WI 53144
Division/Department:Homeless Assistance Services Location:Main Office Job Title:RHY Street Outreach Worker Reports To:Homeless Services Program Manager Type of Position: Full-Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Schedule: 40 hours per week or as demanded by the job Pay Rate: $22.60 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY The RHY Street Outreach Worker builds relationships with runaway, homeless and street youth and provides support services that aim to move youth into stable housing and prepare them for independence.
RESPONSIBILITIES 1.Provide street-based education and outreach to youth in the community 2.Develop and provide care packages to youth on the street or at risk of becoming homeless 3.Provide community education regarding services available to youth 4.Establish linkages to middle and high schools in Kenosha County 5.Establish linkages to community agencies to provide access for youth in need 6.Provide youth with information about and access to Basic Center, Health, Family, and Emergency services 7.Collect, analyze, and provide data per grant requirements using the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and KHDS Client Tracking System (CTS) 8.Collaborate with Crisis to identify youth in crisis appropriate for Street Outreach programming 9.Provide follow-up to runaway/homeless youth and their families in crisis 10.Complete individual assessments and access to trauma informed treatment and counseling 11.Complete Coordinated Entry assessment and referral 12.Attend and actively participate in all Kenosha Coalition Against Human Trafficking meetings 13.Attend and actively participate all federal and local program meetings as required
QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. 1.Demonstrate ability to work with youth positively, including non-judgmental approach to sensitive issues such as sexuality, AODA, etc. 2.Ability to conduct the majority of work in the community that includes travel, and overnight stays 3.Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, in the English language 4.Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with good driving record 5.Must carry own auto insurance with at least 100,000/300,000/100,000 coverage 6.Ability to maintain records, document case notes and data daily 7.Ability to give and accept feedback as a part of a team 8.Ability to traverse within the workspace and community frequently 9.Be willing to learn and work with the treatment philosophies 10.Bilingual in Spanish a plus Kenosha Human Development Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other status protected under federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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