Outreach Engagement Specialist

Join our mission to help individuals with mental illness and addictions to lead healthy and productive lives. GCBHS has an immediate opening for anu00a0Engagement Specialistu00a0to assist persons who are on the streets in the City of Cincinnati and link these individuals to appropriate services.u00a0This is a great opportunity for a college student looking for seasonal employment (Aprilu00a0- October)u00a0with the opportunity to go full-time later.u00a0u00a0Why Work at GCBHS?- GCBHS is a pioneer in the field of behavioral health treatment for adults, children, and families- Top Workplace every year since 2010- Paid Time Off and Sick Time- Flexible work schedules- Comprehensive health insurance- 403(b) Retirement with Match- Professional development opportunities- Public Student Loan Forgivenessu00a0GCBHS offers great career advancement opportunities and a rich benefits package including medical/dental/life/disability insurance, retirement with employer contributions, annual bonus, generous time off, student loan forgiveness, tuition assistance, practicum supervision, license supervision, and continuing education credits.Responsibilities foru00a0Engagement Specialist:- Makes face-to-face contact with individuals who are panhandling and/or living on the streets throughout the City of Cincinnati to identify potential clients for program (includes but limited to making contact with persons on the streets, parks, intersections, highway exit/on ramps, parking garages, in front of businesses, etc.).- Assess individuals who are on the streets for mental health and/or substance abuse treatment as needed.- Interact with agencies, service providers, and other community contacts through educational presentations to solicit and receive referrals.- Develops psychosocial profile through interviews with panhandlers and/or persons living on the streets and information collected from previous service providers.u00a0Requirements foru00a0Engagement Specialist:- Bachelor's Degree in Human/Social Services (preferred) or High School Diploma with at least 3 years of related experience.u00a0- u00a0The position requires frequent driving of a personal vehicle. A valid driver's license, vehicle, and insurable driving record are required.u00a0

Created: 2026-02-26