Team Lead - PATH Street Outreach (76186)
Advantage Behavioral Health Systems
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, United States
$40,000 - $46,800 USD yearly
Bachelor's, Master's
Job DetailsJob Location: Athens-Clarke - Pavilion - Athens, GA 30606Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $40,000.00 - $46,800.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: DayPosition Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Homeless Support Services & PATH Program Manager, the PATH Street Outreach Team Lead implements, supervises, and monitors the delivery of direct services within Street Outreach service programs. Additionally, this position conducts outreach activities and case management in Clarke, Jackson, Walton, and Barrow Counties for individuals and families experiencing unsheltered homelessness. The focus of this position is both program implementation and supervision and direct engagement and service linkage for individuals served. Services include client support, case management, service linkage, and advocacy to obtain mainstream services as appropriate. This position is also responsible for data collection and reporting requirements associated with grant provider guidelines including PATH, ESG, and any other relevant reporting requirements.
Job Responsibilities and Performance Standards:
Program Implementation & Management
Oversee the day-to-day program operations of the Street Outreach team
Addresses issues related to program access, scheduling, referral, disciplinary actions, and/or staff coverage
Coordinates the implementation and monitoring of direct service scheduling and safety practices within the Street Outreach team and ensures that established protocols are being followed
Provides direct oversight and supervision of the case management staff within the Street Outreach team
Conducts weekly team meetings to debrief, brainstorm, and plan activities
Facilitates bi-monthly Camp Crisis Response Team meetings with community stakeholders, property owners, other outreach entities, community advocates, and other interested people to discuss and coordinate compassionate and collaborative responses to community complaints stemming from unsheltered homeless encampments
Creates payment orders for programmatic expenses and review/approves payment orders created by subordinate staff
In conjunction with and/or support from the Program Manager, promotes a supportive team environment that represents the mission, vision and values of Advantage and creates a collaborative team approach to problem solving and planning
In conjunction with and/or support from the Program Manager, acts as a liaison and community representative in matters related to the Street Outreach team
In conjunction with Advantage’s Human Resources Department, interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges employees.
Outreach & Service Coordination
Initiates and maintains relationships with relevant Advantage County Clinics and Advantage programs to promote access to services for those living unsheltered within service counties.
Initiates and maintains relationships with identified community partners to promote effective service coordination and community response to the needs of those within the program’s target population.
Maintains contact with other social service agencies and health care providers involved with clients to provide information and obtain feedback on client's overall progress
Maintains proficiency in eligibility requirements and intake/screening and assessment processes within Advantage Clinics and community partners to support successful linkage to available resources
Prepare payment orders for supply orders and direct client benefit, as applicable.
Data Collection & Reporting
Collects and maintains required data and supporting documentation in order to maintain program adherence to grant reporting guideline
Works with the Program Manager to create and submit monthly program performance reports
Actively facilitates client service enrollment processes to support Advantage billing processes and requirements, as applicable
Coordinates and delegates accurate Street Outreach team entry of data into local HMIS system
Monitors and documents progress towards treatment goals within HMIS and Health Record System, as appropriate
Direct Services
Assists unsheltered homeless individuals and families in locating and utilizing community resources including legal, medical, financial assistance, and other referral services
Incorporates community-based outreach and engagement activities to build rapport and trust among the target population
Case management: Works closely with clients to assess needs, establish goals, create action plans, complete applications for appropriate services, and conduct follow-ups
Provides initial intake and assessment for new clients to determine eligibility for available housing financial assistance and enrollment into relevant coordinated entry systems
Provides appropriate level of response to local business owners and other community members in contact with an individual who might need assistance
Ongoing review of client progress and service note updates to document client progress toward stability
Supports clients within the community or clinic setting and provides skill building services to assist with financial and social skills
Prepares intake reports and case history records
Provides crisis intervention to clients with emergency situations and service linkage to appropriate emergency services
Sample Technical Competencies:
Ability to build relationships among members of the target population, local business community, and representatives of local community service organizations
Provide clinically sound treatment services based on client needs and treatment plans
View, inspect, review, and analyze documents, spreadsheets, policies, etc.
Respond to a range of clients’ needs using differential diagnoses and treatment approaches
Provide appropriate crisis intervention services
Demonstrate understanding of sound ethical practice in conjunction with the established and defined ethics of one’s training and discipline
Must effectively demonstrate appropriate boundary setting with potential clients to support ethical service delivery and promote self-empowerment and determination
Effectively organize time and responsibilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; and ability to multi-task and handle varying tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines
Work as part of a team, with other program staff.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s level degree in Social Services, or other related field. Proven experience can be substituted for formal education. Individuals with lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply. A passion for connecting with individuals with behavioral health barriers is a must.
At least 2 years of related experience and/or training of mental health, working with homeless clients and their families, case management, and/or community/in-home based services.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution in Psychology, Social Work, or Community Counseling AND at least 2 years of related experience and/or training of mental health, working with homeless clients and their families, case management, and/or community/in-home based services. The position should also have experience with Individual Service Plans/Treatment Plans, familiarity with clinical terminology, and demonstrated program management experience and capabilities.
Under the direct supervision of the Homeless Support Services & PATH Program Manager, the PATH Street Outreach Team Lead implements, supervises, and monitors the delivery of direct services within Street Outreach service programs. Additionally, this position conducts outreach activities and case management in Clarke, Jackson, Walton, and Barrow Counties for individuals and families experiencing unsheltered homelessness. The focus of this position is both program implementation and supervision and direct engagement and service linkage for individuals served. Services include client support, case management, service linkage, and advocacy to obtain mainstream services as appropriate. This position is also responsible for data collection and reporting requirements associated with grant provider guidelines including PATH, ESG, and any other relevant reporting requirements.
Job Responsibilities and Performance Standards:
Program Implementation & Management
Oversee the day-to-day program operations of the Street Outreach team
Addresses issues related to program access, scheduling, referral, disciplinary actions, and/or staff coverage
Coordinates the implementation and monitoring of direct service scheduling and safety practices within the Street Outreach team and ensures that established protocols are being followed
Provides direct oversight and supervision of the case management staff within the Street Outreach team
Conducts weekly team meetings to debrief, brainstorm, and plan activities
Facilitates bi-monthly Camp Crisis Response Team meetings with community stakeholders, property owners, other outreach entities, community advocates, and other interested people to discuss and coordinate compassionate and collaborative responses to community complaints stemming from unsheltered homeless encampments
Creates payment orders for programmatic expenses and review/approves payment orders created by subordinate staff
In conjunction with and/or support from the Program Manager, promotes a supportive team environment that represents the mission, vision and values of Advantage and creates a collaborative team approach to problem solving and planning
In conjunction with and/or support from the Program Manager, acts as a liaison and community representative in matters related to the Street Outreach team
In conjunction with Advantage’s Human Resources Department, interviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges employees.
Outreach & Service Coordination
Initiates and maintains relationships with relevant Advantage County Clinics and Advantage programs to promote access to services for those living unsheltered within service counties.
Initiates and maintains relationships with identified community partners to promote effective service coordination and community response to the needs of those within the program’s target population.
Maintains contact with other social service agencies and health care providers involved with clients to provide information and obtain feedback on client's overall progress
Maintains proficiency in eligibility requirements and intake/screening and assessment processes within Advantage Clinics and community partners to support successful linkage to available resources
Prepare payment orders for supply orders and direct client benefit, as applicable.
Data Collection & Reporting
Collects and maintains required data and supporting documentation in order to maintain program adherence to grant reporting guideline
Works with the Program Manager to create and submit monthly program performance reports
Actively facilitates client service enrollment processes to support Advantage billing processes and requirements, as applicable
Coordinates and delegates accurate Street Outreach team entry of data into local HMIS system
Monitors and documents progress towards treatment goals within HMIS and Health Record System, as appropriate
Direct Services
Assists unsheltered homeless individuals and families in locating and utilizing community resources including legal, medical, financial assistance, and other referral services
Incorporates community-based outreach and engagement activities to build rapport and trust among the target population
Case management: Works closely with clients to assess needs, establish goals, create action plans, complete applications for appropriate services, and conduct follow-ups
Provides initial intake and assessment for new clients to determine eligibility for available housing financial assistance and enrollment into relevant coordinated entry systems
Provides appropriate level of response to local business owners and other community members in contact with an individual who might need assistance
Ongoing review of client progress and service note updates to document client progress toward stability
Supports clients within the community or clinic setting and provides skill building services to assist with financial and social skills
Prepares intake reports and case history records
Provides crisis intervention to clients with emergency situations and service linkage to appropriate emergency services
Sample Technical Competencies:
Ability to build relationships among members of the target population, local business community, and representatives of local community service organizations
Provide clinically sound treatment services based on client needs and treatment plans
View, inspect, review, and analyze documents, spreadsheets, policies, etc.
Respond to a range of clients’ needs using differential diagnoses and treatment approaches
Provide appropriate crisis intervention services
Demonstrate understanding of sound ethical practice in conjunction with the established and defined ethics of one’s training and discipline
Must effectively demonstrate appropriate boundary setting with potential clients to support ethical service delivery and promote self-empowerment and determination
Effectively organize time and responsibilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; and ability to multi-task and handle varying tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines
Work as part of a team, with other program staff.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s level degree in Social Services, or other related field. Proven experience can be substituted for formal education. Individuals with lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply. A passion for connecting with individuals with behavioral health barriers is a must.
At least 2 years of related experience and/or training of mental health, working with homeless clients and their families, case management, and/or community/in-home based services.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution in Psychology, Social Work, or Community Counseling AND at least 2 years of related experience and/or training of mental health, working with homeless clients and their families, case management, and/or community/in-home based services. The position should also have experience with Individual Service Plans/Treatment Plans, familiarity with clinical terminology, and demonstrated program management experience and capabilities.