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HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR, RESETTLEMENT PROGRAM, EVENING SHIFT

Health and Human Services Department Social Services Division- Project, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) positions (2) - Monday through Friday, 12pm-8:30pm

This position will focus on assisting homeless individuals and families who are newly arriving to Maine and may be staying at various homeless shelters or overflow locations. The successful candidate will work to increase community supports and overall stabilization leading to permanent, safe and supportive housing. The chosen candidate in this position will assist with applications for housing subsidies, location and placement in permanent housing, client outreach and relationship building, development of housing resources, make referrals and follow up to ensure increased community support; including connections to health care, school and employment. This position works closely with families and individuals from all different backgrounds to provide and connect them to community resources.

Other job duties include:Crisis intervention, referral for mental health services, referral for healthcare services, as well as fully participating as key members of the Resettlement team.

Requirements:

• Experience with homeless or low income/at risk case management with a diverse population.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience with housing placement of homeless or at-risk populations, mental health issues, and other barriers to self-sufficiency preferred.
• B.A. degree in Social Services or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Valid Maine Class C driver\'s license (please provide license number) and personal vehicle for work use.

The City of Portland offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. If you are passionate about helping others and want to make a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Applications accepted until filled\ Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

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