What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outreach Worker position at Lower Eastside Service Center?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Major Duties :
- Canvass, engage, and be a presence in areas with a high concentration of people with substance use disorder
- Outreach new and current clients in promoting service goals and escorting clients when needed Communicate and build relationships with all community stakeholders
- Researches potential referring agencies and participates in preparing marketing materials.
- Contacts referring agencies and provides on-site presentations to staff about LESC's programs.
- Gives feedback and offers solutions to LESC intake staff as to referral problems that arise.
- Ensures that clients, that is, both referrals and referred individuals are satisfied by the referral process and services.
- Represents LESC at fairs, workshops, conferences, etc.
- Participates in the Utilization Review Team meetings.
- Document client engagements, area reports, and special assignments
- Drive outreach van
- Canvass for individuals with substance use disorder throughout the 5 boroughs
- Other duties as assigned
Salary Range :
40,000 - $43,000 (dependent on experience)
We offer excellent benefits including :
To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume / application submission.
Please visit us at www.lesc.org
EEO Minorities / Women / Disabled / Vet
Requirements
Qualifications / Educational Requirements :
Salary Description
40,000-$43,000
Salary : $40,000 - $43,000
