Program: Full Service
Partnership
Job Summary:
The
Outreach Workers are expected to identify homeless mentally ill adults in the
community, assess their medical and psychiatric needs, and assist them in
obtaining appropriate health services.
They also function as positive role models, promote cooperation and
harmony in communal living, and uphold and promote the program philosophy in
all duties performed.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a related Human Services field
and at least 1 year of social rehabilitation experience; or at least 3 years
social rehabilitation experience. A high level of organizational and time
management skills; self-motivated with the ability to work in an autonomous environment. Strong interpersonal skills and
oral/written communication skills; able to deal effectively with a variety of
people and personality types regardless of ethnic, racial, religious background
or socio-economic level. Must use reasonable precautions in the performance of
one’s duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices while
acting in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one’s
self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business. Conditions of employment include: must be
at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, minimum 2 years
driving experience, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV
driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle
and auto insurance. At the time of hire,
other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest
x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, and receipt of a criminal
record clearance through fingerprinting.
Must be able
to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.
Compensation:
Part-time position available; 20 hours per week. $15.36-$20.88 per hour, DOE
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.