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HUMAN SERVICES COUNSELOR - HOMELESS SERVICES CENTER

Health and Human Services Department Social Services Division -Deadline Extended

Project, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) position Schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00am-5:30pm - Homeless Services Center

This position will focus on assisting homeless individuals staying at the Homeless Services Center by increasing community supports and overall stabilization leading to permanent, safe and supportive housing. A successful candidate in this position will also assist with applications for housing subsidies, location and placement in permanent housing, client outreach and relationship building, development of housing resources, increased representative payee participation and referrals and follow up to ensure increased community support. This position works closely with individuals from all different backgrounds to provide and connect them to community resources.

Other job duties include:Crisis intervention, referral for detox and other substance use services, referral for mental health services, referral for healthcare services, as well as fully participating as part of the Homeless Services Center team.

Requirements:

• Experience with homeless or low income/at risk case management and 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 drivers license (please provide license number) and personal vehicle for work use.

Applications accepted until filled

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.