Job Information
Community Action of Skagit County Outreach Specialist in Mount Vernon, Washington
The Recovery Navigator Program Outreach Specialist will be expected to engage individual's experiencing homelessness and assist them in accessing self-identified needs, such as, health, housing, behavioral health and basic needs. Work is primarily performed out in the field. This will be a full time position at 37.5 hours per week.
JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Build rapport and connect with individuals who are living unsheltered, with the goal of connecting them to supportive services.
- Refer clients into case management, coordinated entry, or other agency programs, as appropriate.
- Work with program coordinator to develop strategies on reducing the stigma regarding individuals with opioid use disorder in the community.
- Input and maintain information regarding referrals in database. Keep detailed case notes of client interactions.
- Build effective relationships with treatment providers and community partners for warm hand-offs, as well as, assisting individuals in accessing appropriate resources related to pursuing recovery and attending appointments.
- Provide transportation resources to access treatment services and/or support in getting to an appointments.
- Provide on-going education and advocacy for individuals experiencing opioid use disorder, including information on overdosing, Narcan, and Fetanyl testing strips.
- Assist clients in navigating the intake system for treatment services.
- Coordinate with case management staff to meet the individual needs of new and existing program participants;
- Respond to RNP requests from law enforcement.
- Assist program coordinator with collection, entry, and tracking of impact data.
- Assist with recruiting, training, and onboarding volunteers.
- Attends Community Action staff meetings and other meetings and trainings as required.
- Other related duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
Education & Experience
- Lived experience preferred and will be given priority over education and work/volunteer experience.
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``` - High school diploma or equivalent required. Degree in Human Services or related field desired.
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``` - 1-2 years case management experience preferred.
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``` - Experience working with homeless population, and those with substance abuse and mental health disorders, preferred.
(Or a combination of education and experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work)
License(s) & Certification(s)
Must have valid driver license and auto liability insurance if personal vehicle is used for work-related travel.