JOB TITLE:                        Outreach Counselor, P.O.W.E.R.

REPORTS TO:                    Program Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:                  Outreach Services

CLASSIFICATION:             Non-Exempt

HOURS:                              35 hours per week

QUALIFICATIONS:            

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in mental health.  Clean New York State Driver’s license.  Fingerprinting, criminal record check and all clearances from the Justice Center and Fieldprint.

JOB FUNCTION:  

Provide information, assistance and referrals to people who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless and in recovery from mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders.  Conduct street outreach, work in the food pantry and assist in developing activities for the Wednesday Evening Social.