Outreach Specialist

## Description

Homeward Bound Inc., a behavioral health agency, is excited to announce that we are partnering with businesses in our community to reach out to those who may be experiencing homelessness, loss of resources or employment, food insecurity, mental health concerns, substance use issues, and other barriers to being able to live the kind of lives they would like to live.

We are looking for some individuals who are passionate about helping others, want to meet people where they are, problem solve, manage cases, meet people’s physical needs, and help determine how we can most efficiently do these things.

Shift availability will vary but range from 4am-2:30pm and 1:00pm-11:30pm on Sunday through Wednesday, Wednesday through Saturday, and Friday through Monday or another variation of four days with at least one weekend day in rotation. The team is composed of at least 2 people.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while developing valuable skills in outreach, program development, and leadership. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Benefits

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 4- 10-hour shifts with 3 days off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
## Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• A desire to work and advance in the behavioral health field
• An ability to be flexible and think creatively
• Strong communication skills with an understanding of how to communicate with both compassion and appropriate assertiveness
• Teachability and ability to follow the directives given
• Patience and resilience to work with unpredictable individuals
• An ability to determine what needs can be met in the moment as well needs that can be met later
• Enjoy the collaboration of an interdisciplinary team including peer specialists, law enforcement agencies, counselors, and others
• Be dependable
• Be able to complete both in-person and online trainings
• Have up-to-date Texas driver’s license and liability insurance
• Be comfortable with driving a company vehicle and traveling throughout the metroplex
• Be able to accurately and thoroughly document all encounters as well as track information at the end of shift

License/Certification

• Texas Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Dallas, TX (Required)
• Texas Car Liability Insurance (Required)