Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

At Coastal Horizons , our mission is to provide a continuum of professional services to promote healthier lives, stronger families, and safer communities. We are currently seeking a motivated and passionate Street Outreach Case Manager to join our dynamic team. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we invite you to explore the exciting positions available with us.

JOB TITLE: Street Outreach Case Manager

LOCATION: On-site

CITY/STATE/COUNTY: Wilmington, NC

SCHEDULE: Full-Time 40hrs/wk

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related human services field.
• Two years’ community outreach experience and/or working with youth.
• Current certification for Adult CPR and Basic First Aid.

JOB POSTING

Performs coordinated case management and advocacy for runaway, homeless, and street youth in New Hanover area. Works directly with youth to ensure that basic needs are met, and long-term goals are identified. Serves as a resource referral to connect youth with various community partners. Organizes community events to market the program in addition to educating the public on available services provided by Open House. Implements outreach efforts, encourages community agencies to partner in serving and engaging high-risk populations. Performs street-based, community education and awareness in discussing the risks that runaway, homeless, and street youth face, and encourages the target population to receive emergency shelter, rape crisis, domestic violence, medical/health, and substance use/mental services. Provides advocacy services including telephone referrals, transportation for medical appointments and obtaining other needed community services including appointments regarding public benefits, childcare, educational enrollment, WIC, and housing. Facilitates health education to clients and encourages obtaining and maintaining wellness.

HIGHLIGHTS OF POSITIONS

• Provides direct outreach services by recruiting clients from various communities for shelter and counseling services.
• During these recruitment endeavors, employees provide educational services by informing possible clients and interested individuals in the prevention of sexual assault/abuse of runaway, homeless, and street youth.
• Utilize a strengths-based approach when working with youth, fostering a positive environment and reinforcing the unique strengths of each youth.
• Demonstrates respect for diversity and meets each youth with a non-judgment and support.
• Educates agencies, employees, and the community about issues surrounding homelessness and runaway youth.
• Provides case management services to youth, develops measurable short and long- term goal plans, and tracks client progress.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining client records utilizing the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
• Responsible for maintaining an active presence on OHYS social media accounts
• Manage and Maintain Safe Place sites and coordination of program requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Considerable knowledge of available community resources.
• Considerable knowledge of sexual assault/abuse and runaway, homeless youth.
• Ability to represent the agency and establish a rapport and respect in the community and with the target population.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with the target population, supervisors, employees, and the general public

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
• Retirement savings plan/401K
• Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
• Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through our Careers Page. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at jobs@coastalhorizons.org.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

EEO STATEMENT

Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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