Peer Outreach Specialist

TITLE : Outreach Specialist, Peer Specialization

DEPARTMENT : Program

REPORTS TO : Program Manager

Location : Altadena

Salary : $24.04

• This is a Temporary Assignment

TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES Temporary employees are those employed to work seasonally, on special projects for short periods of time, or on a "fill-in" basis. These positions are not intended to be a part of continuing operations. A temporary employee will not change from temporary status to regular full-time or part-time status because the employee's assignment is extended. An employee's status only will change if the employee is advised of such a change, in writing, by USHS's HRD. Unless otherwise required by applicable law, temporary employees are not eligible for Organization benefits, and temporary employees remain employed at will at all times.

JOB SUMMARY :

The Peer Outreach Specialist conducts outreach activities with a focus on chronically homeless and highly vulnerable individuals. The Peer Outreach Specialist is a member of the Metro Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) that will provide services to clients on the streets and in encampments. They bring their lived experience to the clients and the team. They will address the individuals' immediate needs and work to engage them in the housing process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE , but are not limited to the following :

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE :

UNION STATION HOMELESS SERVICES EMBRACES DIVERSITY

We embrace our differences and are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion and belonging. Our commitment to racial equity within the organization is crucial to who we are and the clients we serve. Committed to being an anti-racist organization and sharing the unique cultural experiences from our networks, we offer annual racial equity training, host ongoing learning experiences through our lunch n' learns, and participate in on-going mental health trainings.

We promote acceptance, respect, teamwork, and fosters diversity in the workplace. We believe every individual has a story, past, and a unique set of skills that shape who we are and through this network, we can learn from each other to become better versions of ourselves personally and professionally. Through our staff-led network focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility, we work to communicate, educate, and express diverse cultivation through our eight Diversity Networks. We are honored that the Diversity Network has been recognized as part of the Community Impact Awards presented by the Los Angeles Business Journal.

Union Station Homeless Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

24.04 / hr

6 : 00AM-2 : 30PM Start Time

Full Time, 40hrs / week, Non-Exempt