Homeless Outreach Caseworker - Litchfield SNOFO

Outreach Where You Live (OWL) Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking an Outreach Where you Live (OWL) Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker to join our new Unsheltered Outreach program in Waterbury, CT & Litchfield, CT county areas. Your role as an OWLS Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker: The OWL Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker oversees a variety of cases through different venues on a daily basis in the Waterbury, CT & Litchfield, CT county areas and is able to provide the unsheltered seeking assistance the necessary tools to accomplish their goals. They will maintain a schedule including but not limited to hours of actual street outreach, use of equipment and supplies as well as a schedule of external support providers that may able to further the individuals' attempts to end their homelessness. Also will work within the program's model as well as protocols established by the Western CT Mental Health Network and the Coordinated Access Network with whom we jointly run the outreach services establishing open communication, support and accountability among collaborating agencies. REQUIRMENTS:High school diploma or GED required Two years in a human service organization preferred Two years' experience working with adults with severe and prolonged mental illness, addiction/recovery or unsheltered populations Individuals with lived experience encouraged to apply Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution preferred Registered & insured vehicle available for work purposes Approved criminal background and driving checkSUCCESS FACTORS:The Unsheltered Outreach Caseworker should actively support the philosophy of the Agency and maintain a high level of commitment to program consumers and staff. Personality traits should include: Cheerful, out-going personality High energy level; self initiating Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential Directive and goal oriented Assertive and confident Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member Demonstrates patience, caring, and compassion Ability to set limits Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member and with supervisor Organized, Motivated, Dependable Flexible (i.e. adjusting hours to meet consumer & program needs, being trained in new techniques and strategies, etc.)