Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
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Provide community resources and referrals to meet the needs of our clients.
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Screen program applicants for eligibility via telephone intake and/or on a walk-in basis and/or during outreach services towards program’s target populations (including street and healthcare outreach).
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Ensure all applicants are screened for SAMSHA grants eligibility.
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Assist program applicants and/or participants with collecting and submitting documents as needed.
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Track screenings and participant contacts in an accurate and timely manner.
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Administer assessments to determine eligibility.
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Provide data entry and update of databases in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
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Maintain accurate and up to date participant filing.
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Maintain positive communications and relationships with his/her supervisor, participants, employers, partnering agencies, involved members of families and other individuals in the community.
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Complete in a timely manner all logs, reports and participant evaluations as required.
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Provide direct service as needed and required.
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Perform all job-related duties as assigned.
Education, Credentials and Experience:
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Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
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Must be a credentialed AOD counselor or a Registered Intern
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Ability to work across multiple systems such as probation, criminal justice, and task force for the homeless.
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Strong knowledge of and relationships with community resources.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong documentation skills.
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Proven success as a team player.
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Must comply with all agency and contract requirements related to trainings, public health, certifications, reporting, etc.
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Must possess a CA driver's license, insurance and vehicle for local travel if needed.
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Must be able to pass a background check, TB test and drug test.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer participates in e-Verify. Applicants are accepted online only.