Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
Community Outreach Specialist - South Loop
Family Guidance Centers, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Community Outreach Specialist – South Loop
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC's comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. FGC seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
Job Description
Strives to develop and direct prospective referrals to FGC and other treatment providers, as appropriate and in accordance with patients' needs and wishes, as it makes rounds in the neighborhoods of our community partners.
Develop referral relationships with our shelter partners, homeless outreach teams, local task forces, hospital social workers, faith‑based and local community organizations, and other community based organizations as appropriate, serving as their liaison to accessing treatment services offered by Family Guidance Centers.
Demonstrate professionalism in working with patients, staff and other outside professionals or collaterals. Supervision and Professional Development: Participate in supervision with Program Manager as well as appropriate continuing education activities related to care management and maintenance of relevant certification or licensure.
Describes FGC programs, services and eligibility requirements in laymen's terms to people struggling with opioid and alcohol addiction and those at risk of overdosing, as well as family members or friends of people struggling with addiction, informing and assisting them to gain immediate access to treatment.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
Start Date:
ASAP
Work Location:
2630 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL
Pay Rate:
$20.00 per hour
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a drug‑free environment. DCFS clearance required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.
Required Experience
Education: High School Diploma/ GED (required).
Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication‑assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relations encouraged to apply.
Preferred qualifications
Possess a valid driver's license, insurance, and personal vehicle. FGC outreach staff may be asked to utilize their own vehicles to transport themselves to and from outreach locations. Possession of a license, insurance, or vehicle is not a disqualifying factor; programs will work with staff to ensure safe travel.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
EAP
401(k) pension plan
Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays included in our paid time off compensation package
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Job Description
Strives to develop and direct prospective referrals to FGC and other treatment providers, as appropriate and in accordance with patients' needs and wishes, as it makes rounds in the neighborhoods of our community partners.
Develop referral relationships with our shelter partners, homeless outreach teams, local task forces, hospital social workers, faith‑based and local community organizations, and other community based organizations as appropriate, serving as their liaison to accessing treatment services offered by Family Guidance Centers.
Demonstrate professionalism in working with patients, staff and other outside professionals or collaterals. Supervision and Professional Development: Participate in supervision with Program Manager as well as appropriate continuing education activities related to care management and maintenance of relevant certification or licensure.
Describes FGC programs, services and eligibility requirements in laymen's terms to people struggling with opioid and alcohol addiction and those at risk of overdosing, as well as family members or friends of people struggling with addiction, informing and assisting them to gain immediate access to treatment.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
Start Date:
ASAP
Work Location:
2630 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL
Pay Rate:
$20.00 per hour
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a drug‑free environment. DCFS clearance required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.
Required Experience
Education: High School Diploma/ GED (required).
Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication‑assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relations encouraged to apply.
Preferred qualifications
Possess a valid driver's license, insurance, and personal vehicle. FGC outreach staff may be asked to utilize their own vehicles to transport themselves to and from outreach locations. Possession of a license, insurance, or vehicle is not a disqualifying factor; programs will work with staff to ensure safe travel.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
EAP
401(k) pension plan
Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays included in our paid time off compensation package
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