Community Liaison

About the Organization

Southeast, Inc. is a comprehensive provider of mental health, chemical dependency, healthcare, and homeless services assisting diverse populations regardless of their economic status. With the belief that all people have the capacity to grow and change, we provide our services to people of all ages, cultures, races, religious preferences, genders, and sexual orientations in order to enhance wellness and recovery, thereby improving families, workplaces, and communities.

Position

Community Liaison

Description

Seeking a candidate to provide mental health and substance use related prevention services targeting at-risk youth and adults. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in the behavioral health field and possess a knowledge base regarding standards of prevention services.

This is an exciting position for a candidate who thrives in an autonomous role where you can use your creativity and initiative to establish and maintain partnerships with community organizations including schools, community centers, healthcare centers, and neighborhood organizations.

This position is for you if you enjoy engaging in the community to increase knowledge and reduce stigma. This position provides education to raise awareness, share community resources, and may provide individual or group services and consultation through programs such as Youth Empowerment Support (YES) program; Youth Alternative Program (YAP) serving youth and young adult members of the LGBTQ+ community; and Conversations About Recovery and Support (CARS) program providing education and consultation for families and friends of individuals experiencing substance use.

This role offers the opportunity to experience fulfillment and purpose as you aim to increase understanding of the stages of change, mental health and substance use disorders, and related topics for community members.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide individual, family, and group services to clients in the community.

Consult with schools, agencies, and community groups to develop initiatives aimed at improving community health and well-being.

Assist in the creation, planning, and implementation of community outreach programs

Act as a liaison between clients, families, and service providers to ensure proper coordination of care and support.

Develop and maintain relationships with community stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of services.

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach programs and suggest improvements where necessary.

Participate in community meetings and represent the agency at local events, providing information and resources to community members. Position Requirements

BA/BS strongly preferred.

Experience in youth services, social work, counseling, or related field a plus.

As a healthcare provider, Southeast Healthcare is a non-smoking employer. Staff members are required to be vaccinated for the flu.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location

Southeast, Inc. Long Street

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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This position is currently accepting applications.