Harris County (Tx) Houston , TX 77020
Posted 1 week ago
Position Description
Education:
Experience:
At least six (6) months to one (1) year of experience working with high-risk individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Must be considered a credible messenger/trusted resident in one of the areas that we are serving (Sunnyside, South Park, Greater OST/S Union, or Cypress Station).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Experience supporting and working with at-risk individuals and street involved youth / young adults and developing individualized plans for at-risk residents; awareness of trauma reactions
Experience working with people from various ethnic, economic, and educational backgrounds both as colleagues and as clients
Experience documenting case notes
Experience developing and retaining relationships with other service providers
High level of interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form
Crisis intervention training or knowledge
Knowledge of Harris County communities with histories of violence; credibility in Cypress Station area in unincorporated Harris County.
Core Competencies:
Organizational Leadership
Understands the organizational mission
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
Collaboration
Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs Innovation
Ability to adapt to change
Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics
Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
Uses sound judgment
Self-motivated
Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity
Communication
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Harris County Public Health has earned the 2023 Best Place for Working Parents Business Designation.
About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Position Overview:
Under the Direction of the office of Community Health and Violence Prevention, the Outreach Specialist will work closely with a portfolio of participants who have been directly or secondarily affected by violence to provide emergency support services case management, crisis intervention, support and advocacy. The outreach specialist will intervene and mediate conflicts, provide mentorship for participants and connect participants to services that address their individual unique needs. In addition, the outreach specialists are responsible for developing relationships with partner organizations and building "warm referral" network for linkage. Outreach specialist will provide referrals to partner organizations for domestic violence, intimate partner shootings and/or homicides, and other services related to violent incidents and / or address the root causes of violence. Outreach specialist will play a critical role in helping community members understand patterns of violence. Also, they will provide emotional and trauma informed support to victims, perpetrators, their families, and community members. The Outreach specialist must be a credible messenger with established relationships in the target communities of Sunnyside, South Park, and South Union/Greater Old Spanish Trail (OST) with individuals at the highest risk to be involved in violent incidents.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide mentorship, support, and services for individuals at the highest risk of being a perpetrator or victim of violence
Provide direct case management and emergency support services to individuals, and their families, involved in violence incidents
Provide immediate crisis response to victims, perpetrators, and their families after a shooting or homicide, responding to the community and hospitals to provide immediate supportive services.
Provide support and advocacy to the victims of violence and their families through home visits, phone calls, justice advocacy, and referrals to other support organizations
Coordinate and facilitate educational forums, family and group support sessions, trainings and other gatherings and develop relationships with partner organizations and build "warm referral" network for linkage
Provide referral to partner organizations for domestic violence and intimate partner shootings and/or homicides
Document client contacts and services provided and assist program manager with data collection and required reporting
Work with participants to identify and address safety concerns and create a plan for long term safety and well-being and other duties as assigned.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
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General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time | Regular
Monday through Friday | 11am to 8pm
Days and times will involve working evenings and weekends due to the nature of the work
Days and hours will depend on the needs of the community and division.
Work Environment:
No pending criminal cases
The Harris County Public Health Community Health and Violence Prevention Division is a drug free and safe workplace, passing a drug screening and background check is required prior to being hired
Candidate must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance and good driving record; and feel comfortable engaging in community-based services
Physical Demands:
Work Location:
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
Accrual rates increase based on years of service
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
Professional development opportunities
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Healthcare Reimbursement Account
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://benefitsathctx.com/
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
High School or GED diploma
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
None of the above
02
If you do not have a high school diploma or GED, are you able to obtain within 12 months of hire date.
I already have a high school diploma or GED
Yes, i am able to obtain a high school diploma or GED within 12 months of hire date
No, i am not able to obtain a high school diploma or GED within 12 months of hire date
03
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience working with high-risk individuals of diverse backgrounds? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)
Less than six (6) months
Six (6) months or more but less than one (1) year
One (1) year or more
I do not have this experience
04
Please provide details about your verifiable experience working with high-risk individuals of diverse backgrounds. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.]
05
Are you considered a credible messenger/trusted resident in one of the areas that we are serving (Sunnyside, South Park, Greater OST/S Union, or Cypress Station)?
Yes
No
06
Do you have experience documenting case notes?
Yes
No
07
If you answered yes in regards to the previous question(s), please describe your verifiable experience. NOTE: Please DO NOT use "See Resume" as we do not use resumes for qualifications. (Type N/A if not applicable)
08
Are you bilingual in fluent Spanish and English?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone 713-274-5445
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
Harris County (Tx)