What are the responsibilities and job description for the Street Outreach Worker/Part-Time position at City of Rochester, NY?
General Description
This is a Competitive Class position. The individual selected to fill this vacancy will be given a provisional appointment and will be required to participate in the next Civil Service Examination for this title.
A qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until a Civil Service Examination is administered and an appropriate eligible list can be established to make a permanent appointment in accordance with the Civil Service Rule of Three. (See "http://www.cityofrochester.gov/article.aspx?id=8589935786" Provisional Appointment - FAQ's) If you are already a City employee and have permanent, competitive status in your current position and appointment to this title would result in a provisional appointment in another department, you will lose your previous permanent competitive rights.
CITY RESIDENCY IS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION.
Typical Work Activities
Visits recreation centers, parks, and special events to cultivate relationships with citizens;
Assists with counseling individuals in understanding their situation, consequences of criminal behavior, and alternatives;
Interacts with individual citizens and groups, who are at-risk or suspected of participating in criminal behavior in order to discourage criminal behavior, discuss positive alternatives and opportunities;
Provides direct intervention to disruptive situations;
Initiates referrals to various community-based services and professionals;
Communicates with Pathways and Recreation Management, and Crisis Intervention units regarding arising situations; Writes reports regarding daily interventions and contacts;
May visit homes referred by police officers, probation officers, parents, schools, neighbors, or other sources to assess home situation and parent and sibling relationships;
Works with staff on resolving issues and conflicts that develop at City Recreation Facilities and Programs;
Attends meetings regarding programs and community initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED; PLUS
Six months of paid or volunteer experience providing direct services to citizens in a human services, educational, recreational sport, or similar setting.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New York State Class D Driver's License at time of application.
This license must be maintained throughout employment in this position.
Willingness to work a variety of hours and shifts as needed.
