Homeless Outreach Worker; Fhc

Social Service Worker

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORK Under direction, performs social service work. Responsible for assisting the homeless in obtaining primary health care and a more stable living environment. Performs related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF THE WORK (These statements are intended to be illustrations of the work of this class.) Conducts on-site visits to areas frequented by homeless persons to identify those in need of health care services. Interviews client to determine their health care needs. Develops individual client service plans. Makes referrals, accompanies clients, and/or provides transportation to service providers. Monitors the delivery and outcome of services provided to clients by medical facilities, social service agencies, and community resources.

Provides ongoing intensive case management. Assists clients in obtaining medical and financial entitlements and benefits. Helps clients utilize community resources, develop independent living skills, and become reintegrated into the community. Educates clients on good health habits and available services to assist with health needs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a closely related field. One year of experience working with persons in extreme poverty or the homeless. An equivalency of training may be substituted as determined applicable by Civil Service. Verification of education must be provided before eligibility list goes into effect.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Lifts and/or carries small children weighing up to 20 lbs. Spends prolonged periods of time standing and walking over various types of inner-city terrain. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must provide own transportation.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Test Weights Training &

Experience:

100%

CLINIC LOCATIONS AND

HOURS:

FHC
- Portland 2215 Portland Avenue Louisville KY 40212  Monday
- Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Saturday: 8:00am - noon Sunday:
Closed FHC
- East Broadway 834 East Broadway Louisville KY 40204 Monday
- Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Saturday: 8:00 - 12:00pm Sunday:
Closed FHC
- Phoenix (Healthcare for the Homeless) 712 E Muhammad Ali Blvd Louisville KY 40202 Monday
- Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pm Saturday
- Sunday:
Closed FHC
- Iroquois 4100 Taylor Blvd Louisville KY 40215 Monday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Tuesday: 8:00am - 8:30pm Wednesday
- Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Saturday
- Sunday:
Closed FHC
- Fairdale 1000 Neighborhood Place Fairdale KY 40118 Monday
- Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Thursdays: 8:00am - 8:30pm Saturday
- Sunday:
Closed FHC
- Southwest 9702 Stonestreet Road, Suite 220 Louisville KY 40272 Monday
- Wednesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Thursday: 8:00am - 8:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Saturday
- Sunday:
Closed FHC
- Americana 4805 Southside Drive Louisville KY 40214 Monday
- Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm Saturday
- Sunday:
Closed