Homeless Outreach Specialist
About the Organization
Founded in 1960, The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester (MHCGM) is the largest outpatient mental health facility in the state of NH and serves over 11,000 children and adults each year. As a private non-profit organization, that employs nearly 500, its mission is to empower individuals to achieve recovery by offering a comprehensive, and integrated system of care. The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester has been recognized for its evidence-based services, programs, and treatment options which are available for all age groups. MHCGM has earned the Best in the 603 status for three consecutive years as the Gold Level Mental Health Clinic, while also repeatedly earning the title of Best Non-profit organization in the 603 as well.
About the Job
Homeless Outreach Specialist
Job Details
Job Type
Full-time
Manchester, NH • Homeless Outreach
Description
Title: Homeless Outreach Specialist
Location: Manchester, NH
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
About Us:
Everyone deserves to feel healthy in both body and mind. Here at The Mental Health Center, we’re committed to helping you understand mental illness and get on the road to recovery. Our programs and services aim to restore health and improve quality of life. We believe each staff member plays an integral role in fulfilling our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible. We know our employees are the key to our success and we currently have job opportunities available so YOU too can become part of our successful, energetic, and dedicated organization!
Job Description:
We are seeking someone who is energetic, engaging, and community-oriented and is interested in working in the greater Manchester community identifying individuals who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, in need of mental health treatment, and providing them with short-term counseling, case management, and referral services. Our Homeless Outreach Specialists provide outreach to shelters, encampments, community human services agencies, and anywhere that our neighbors experiencing homelessness may be located. The ability to engage and partner with various community service agencies for the benefit of those experiencing homelessness is a must.
Education: The position requires a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, rehab counseling, or education/counseling from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years working with persons receiving mental health services required.
Qualifications: Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile with liability insurance in the amount required by agency policy.
Job type: Full-time
Skills and Competencies:
- Commitment to teamwork
- Self-Starter, Independent
- Time management and organizational skills are a must.
- Excellent ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, staff, clients, and community partners.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Extended Illness Leave (EIL)
- 7 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Short- and Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Medical and Dependent Care
- Flexible Work Options
- Performance Bonuses
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company Discounts
- Employee Recognition Events
- Competitive Salaries
*Supervision towards Clinical Licensure
*Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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