Outreach & Engagement Specialist (QMHP)

Job Number: 23-633-11335

Job Summary: The Homeless Outreach Street Team (HOST) is a partnership between Integral Care, the Downtown Austin Community Court (DACC), ATCEMS Community Health Paramedics (CHPs), and APD engaging in outreach services with people experiencing homelessness in downtown Austin. HOST provides services in the community wherever individuals experiencing homelessness may be found, including city streets, parks, churches, at partner homeless service agencies, and at Pop-Up Resource Centers. HOST also plays an active role in the City of Austin's HEAL Initiative, which entails targeted outreach at homeless encampments identified for closure and assisting individuals there with their transition into bridge shelter.

QMHP responsibilities with HOST include assisting with emergency department, psychiatric, and criminal justice diversions; completing coordinated housing assessments; assisting with applications for housing, benefits, or vital documents; referrals to mental health or substance abuse services; assisting with scheduling appointments; providing transportation to appointments in HOST vehicles; connecting clients with shelter; assisting with basic needs such as food, water, and clothing; and providing coping skills training.

Ideal candidates will be adaptable, resourceful, and persistent. Experience working directly with people experiencing homelessness is preferred, but not required.

Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.

Integral Care employees are to be committed to fostering an open, inclusive, and supportive environment that welcomes and embraces diversity in all forms. Integral Care defines diversity broadly to include race, ethnicity, abilities (mental/physical), gender, gender identity, immigrant status, language, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, age, and other groups.

Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Education:

Required:

• Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree with a major specialization in Human/Behavioral/Social Services or related field.

License:

Required:

• Current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Hours: Full-time.

Workdays: Monday-Friday.

Workhours: 8:30AM - 4:30PM.

Salary: $22.35 - $23.47 an hour based on education.

Why join us: Integral Care has proudly served Travis county residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave
• Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement account
• Gold's gym membership discount
• Mileage reimbursement

Integral Care strives to maintain a diverse workforce. We encourage all to apply, including those who have knowledge and/or experience working with underserved populations, including Asian and Pacific Islander, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, and LGBTQA communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex or age.

For specific positions, additional compensation may be available to those who are bilingual in both English and one of the following languages: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Burmese, or other languages. (PM16)

LPHA Keywords: Mental Health Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Behavioral Health Therapist, Psychotherapist, Senior Clinician, Licensed Clinician, Clinical Mental Health Professional, Program Therapist, LPHA, Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts, Licensed Practitioner, Therapist, Counselor

QMHP Keywords: Qualified Mental Health Professional, QMHP, Case Manager, Rehabilitation Specialist, Service Coordinator, Mental Health Professional, Mental Health Specialist, Social Worker