What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Leader | Ocean County | Homelessness position at Collaborative Support Programs of NJ Inc.?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for a Team Leader in Ocean County. Under the Deputy Director of Homelessness, the Team Leader will oversee and assist the Outreach Workers with providing comprehensive support to finding and identifying unsheltered homeless individuals through direct street outreach activities in Ocean County. The focus of this work is to connect clients with resources and services to assist them in stabilizing their homeless, mental health and primary health situations. 90% of time will be spent out in the community engaging unhoused individuals.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Supervise a team of Outreach Workers who utilize harm reduction and housing first approaches when conducting street outreach and engage with individuals to determine homelessness history, services needed, and appropriate placement options.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of the individual's needs, including health, emotional, social, and environmental factors.
- Conduct crisis intervention as necessary and connect individuals with appropriate emergency services.
- Responsible for gaining a holistic understanding of the homeless population in their catchment areas and works in collaboration with the community and other partners to implement appropriate housing and service solutions
- Provide policy and operational support / guidance and help develop strategies for improving service delivery within the assigned location.
- Participate in community outreach and education efforts to raise awareness of homelessness and services.
Full-time | Benefit Eligible (Medical, free DMO dental & free vision) including 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays
Requirements
Salary Description
Hourly Rate : $28.85
Salary : $29
