Community Support Outreach Specialist New Sacramento, CA

Job SummaryCommunity Support Outreach Specialist cultivates relationships with community programs, members and leaders. They develop assistance programs, offer crisis intervention for the homeless, and provide expert referrals and advocacy to help secure permanent housing, while also providing intensive support to resolve housing barriers for individuals experiencing homelessness. The Community Support Outreach Specialist also implements ongoing efforts to support members after securing housing, ensuring continued development of life skills, financial literacy, and home management skills to promote long-term stability and self-sufficiency.ResponsibilitiesPerform thorough screening and assessments with individual members or families, gathering functional, environmental, financial, employment, housing, educational, and health information. The CS Outreach Specialist aid in assisting them to find and sustain housing, ultimately putting an end to their homelessness.Develop rapport with program members to understand their housing needs, goals, strengths, and barriers, then create a feasible, sustainable Individualized Housing Support Plan based on the Community Support Assessment.Keep the channels of communication open, and be proactive about problem-solving with individuals, interdisciplinary teams, members of Community Support, potential employers and training programs.Offer personalized case management support to program participants that is individualized, culturally competent, family-focused, goal-driven, strengths-based and appropriate to ensure members are matched with resources considering their needs and income-generating abilities.Provide personalized support in life skills, job preparation, and financial literacy, to guide members toward self-sufficiency by offering essential training in home care, job readiness, and budgeting.Maintain member records, track outcomes in appropriate databases, and submit regular monthly and weekly progress reports to Supervisor.Act as a liaison between landlords and tenants to resolve issues and prevent evictions, conduct post-housing home visits to ensure lease compliance, coordinate case conferences, consult with service teams, social workers and case managers as needed. Monitor member's progress toward agreed-upon goals.Perform additional duties as assigned.Community Support (CS) ServicesHousing Transition Navigation ServicesHousing Tenancy and Sustaining ServicesCommunity Transition Services/ Nursing Facility Transition to a HomeHousing DepositsEducation and ExperienceHigh school, diploma or GED is required.Minimum of 1 year experience in case management, patient care, customer service, call center, or patient care is required.Required Skills/AbilitiesMust have a valid California driver's license and valid vehicle insurance.Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, active listening and organizational skills.Computer skills for documentation, email and chat support.Proficient speaking, reading, and typing abilities and possess strong proofreading skills.Proficient skills in working independently and collaboratively in a team to provide member care.Proficiency in multitasking, organization, financial management, planning and attention to detail is required for effectively providing care to multiple members simultaneously.Capability to perform under circumstances of possible emotional stress and conflict, including dealing with uncooperative members and families.Ability to utilize resources effectively for problem-solving while maintaining composure under pressure in a compassionate manner. Must have an empathetic and warm-hearted nature.Physical RequirementsMust be able to travel using personal vehicle to complete outreach visits. Mileage reimbursement for the use of your vehicle is at a standard rate.Must successfully complete and maintain current Tuberculosis (TB) testing and clearance in accordance with company policy and applicable local/state health regulations as a condition of employment.Prolonged periods of sitting at an office desk on the computer.Lifting: Able to lift up to 15lbs.Pay Range$25 - $28 USDBenefitsMedical, Dental, & Vision Benefits: We have various insurance options for you and your family.Short & Long-Term Disability Benefits: Protection when you need it most.Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plans: Added security for you and your loved ones.Flexible Spending Accounts: Manage your finances with flexibility.Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support when life throws challenges your way.401(K): Building your financial future with us. Effective after 1 year of employment.Paid Vacation and Sick Leave: Flexibility for the planned and unplanned.Paid Holidays: Quality time to enjoy celebrations.Employee Referral Program: Share the opportunities and reap the rewards.Company Discount Program: Enjoy savings on everyday expenses and memberships.Pre-EmploymentOptima Medical Management Group is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug screening and background check.Equal Opportunity and AccommodationOptima Medical Management Group and its divisions are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Optima MMG is committed to providing employment opportunities for all qualified candidates without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Optima MMG is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.J-18808-Ljbffr