What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Community Outreach Specialist - Limited Term position at City of Redlands?
Under direction, provides leadership and oversight to the Community Outreach Specialists within the Homeless Solutions Division. Responsible for coordinating and directing daily outreach activities involved in the operation of the Homeless Solutions Division, and ensuring continuity of services in the absence of the Homeless Solutions Manager.Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provide oversight to community outreach specialists and subcontracted outreach teams
- Act as replacement in absence of Homeless Solutions Manager
- Direct outreach staff in daily assigned duties
- Provides outreach services, such as intake and assessment to the homeless;
- Identify needs for housing assistance services and provides resources;
- Assists in the implementation of programs goals and objectives and provide recommendations;
- Transport clients to appropriate services, as needed;
- Work in close conjunction with non-profit organizations, local service providers, county entities, and faith-based organizations to obtain resources;
- Create and maintain case management files and progress reports;
- Act as City’s liaison for outreach programs; establish and maintain effective relationships with governmental and community agencies regarding programs and services;
- Coordinate and/or assist in educational presentations for the public about homeless topics; and
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Three years of experience working with homeless populations and/or individuals who are mentally ill and/or developmentally disabled, and;
- Some experience working with City, County and non-profit organizations.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- College level coursework in behavioral science is desirable.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license at the time of appointment.
Essential functions and duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:
- Ability to travel to different sites and locations;
- Regularly required to talk and hear, to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, bend and lift up to 50 lbs;
- Exposure to heat, cold, noise, outdoors, vibration, odors, and chemicals;
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position.
The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate “See Resume”.
Please note, the City of Redlands’ preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification). The City of Redlands utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Julie Maher at jmaher@cityofredlands.org
Salary : $62,091 - $79,291
