Overnight Outreach Van Counselor
Requirements at a glance
Overnight Outreach Van Counselor at Pine Street Inn is a role based in Boston, MA, USA. The posting asks for a high school diploma or GED. It does not mention visa sponsorship. Applications are submitted through Paylocity.
- Education
- High school diploma or GED
- Visa sponsorship
- Not mentioned in the posting
- Application platform
- Paylocity
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Description
SCHEDULE: 40 hours, Friday - Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.
Pay: $22.41 - $25.55 per hour DOE, (salary ranges provided are based on relevant experience and skill set)
For hours worked between 11:00pm-7am, you will receive an additional $2.00/hour.
LOCATION: 444 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA, (Driving is an exceptional part of this position)
The Outreach Van Counselor is an essential position and will work 100% site based
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:
The Outreach Van Counselor will provide crisis intervention and fundamental services (food and blankets) to the unsheltered homeless population in Boston as part of a three-person mobile street outreach team for the Pine Street Inn.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
REQUIRED:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Mass Driver’s License with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience, and excellent driving record
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:
- Minimum of one (1) year prior experience as a street outreach worker, working with the homeless, and dealing with alcoholism, drug addiction, and mental illness
- Strong writing, reading, communication and computer skills
- Prior training/knowledge of crisis intervention
PREFERRED:
- Previous experience working with people with mental illness, training in substance abuse, HIV or AIDS, and a human services background
PHYSICAL ABILITIES/SKILLS:
REQUIRED:
- Ability to drive a 15-passenger van
- Ability to lift 50 to 100 lbs. (assisting in physically lifting containers and guests)
- Ability to operate a cellular phone and computer
- Frequent standing, sitting, stretching, bending, and lifting for long periods of time
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions for long periods of time