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Police Assisted Diversion (PAD) Outreach Specialist

Merakey
Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
1 day ago
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do.
We are seeking a PAD Outreach Specialist to join our team at our program in the Philadelphia, PA - Kensington location.
THIS POSTING IS FOR 1ST SHIFT WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY 6AM-4PM WITH WEEKENDS.
Earn $20.80/hr.!
Position Details
The Police Assisted Diversion (PAD) Outreach Specialist works collaboratively with the Office of Public Safety, Philadelphia Police Department, Philadelphia Fire Department, and additional external organizations to divert those away from the criminal justice system and into social services. The Outreach Specialist conducts needs assessment to help the consumer with their needs and goals. Outreach Specialists assist with drug and alcohol assessments, shelter assessments, outpatient referrals, CRC warm handoffs, stranded traveler assistance, medical benefits assistance, and connection to community supports. Outreach Specialist can also be dispatched for various quality of life emergency calls (i.e. possible overdose, welfare checks, disorderly conduct, etc.) or other non-violent low-level behavioral health calls. This role is the first point of contact for individuals and should provide information, guidance, and other support as individuals navigate the behavioral health services in the city of Philadelphia.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
  • Retirement plan
  • - both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
  • DailyPay
  • - access your pay when you need it!
  • On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
  • Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
  • Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
  • Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
  • Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Requirements:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a human service agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting.
  • Ability to work in a team setting. 90% of the work is done in the field with a partner.
  • Proficient computer skills to perform job duties including but not limited to desktop computing, email, time sheet management, electronic health records, using Microsoft Office and Google Applications, and other relevant software.
  • Ability to enter data on a mobile handheld device while in the field.
  • Must possess a valid and active driver's license.
  • Must have knowledge and an understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven service system.
  • Ability to establish professional relationships with city personnel including to but not limited to the Office of Public Safety, Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) partners, Philadelphia Fire Department, internal, external partners.
  • Bilingual candidates preferred.
  • Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) preferred.
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