Police Assisted Diversion (Pad) Outreach Specialist

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 WITH WEEKENDS (MONDAY - FRIDAY 7AM - 3PM AND POSSIBLE WEEKENDS).

Earn $19.89/hr.!

Position Details

The Outreach Specialist in the PAD program will work collaboratively with the Philadelphia Police Department and various other City agencies.

The position will also include but is not limited to:

• Dispatch for various quality-of-life emergency calls (i.e. possible overdose, welfare checks, disorderly conduct, etc.) or other non-violent low-level mental health or behavioral health calls.

• Perform basic referral functions (complete shelter referral, call to obtain an outpatient appointment).

• Collect relevant information.

• Transport individuals following the completion of a diversion.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay

• Work/Life Balance

• Flexible Schedules

• Cell Phone Discount Plans

• Employee Referral Bonuses

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Care.com Membership

To fill out an online application: www.merakey.org/careers

ABOUT MERAKEY

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. 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 based on 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.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A High School diploma or general education degree (GED) with at least two years of behavioral health experience and experience working with the homeless, those with substance use disorders, or Domestic Violence survivors is required.

• A valid and active driver's license is required.

• Proficient computer skills to perform job duties including but not limited to desktop computing, email, timesheet management, and electronic health records, using Microsoft Office and Google Applications, and other relevant software.

• Must have knowledge and an understanding of recovery principles and recovery-driven service systems.

• Knowledge and experience working within the Philadelphia forensic system preferred.

• Peer Specialist Certification (CPS) Preferred.

• Bilingual preferred.