What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Community Engagement Advocate position at City of Little Rock?
This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
JOB OBJECTIVE: Join our dynamic team and make a real impact in the lives of those who need it most! As part of our mission to serve the homeless population in the City of Little Rock, you'll be at the forefront of creating positive change. You'll actively engage with individuals experiencing homelessness, offering vital street outreach and connecting them to essential housing resources, both temporary and permanent. By collaborating with a network of service providers, you'll play a key role in preventing and intervening in homelessness. Plus, you'll provide invaluable support through crisis intervention, case management, and counseling to help individuals get back on their feet. Your work will directly shape the future of those in need—become a hero in your community today!
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Human Services Psychology, or a related area; two (2) years of case management experience OR social work experience preferably working with the homeless population or related area; one (1) year of computer experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
- Must possess Standard First Aid and Community CPR certifications, or other certifications which incorporate Standard First Aid and Infant, Child and Adult CPR, within six (6) months of employment, and maintain certifications for the duration of employment in this position.
- Must be available to work and provide emergency assistance outside of regular business hours to include evenings, weekends and holidays.
DISCLAIMER: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
- Online applications only
- Applicant’s answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.
- Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
- List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.
- All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/email address listed on account.
- You may check your inbox in your Careers/LittleRock account to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.
- Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at Careers/LittleRock or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.
Salary : $24
