Senior Community Services Assistant



Senior Community Services Assistant

Salary

$47,886.00 - $52,685.00 Annually

Location

100 Mack Avenue, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

202504413031HEAL10548JT2

Department

Dept of Health & Wellness

Division

Community Health Services

Opening Date

04/14/2025

Closing Date

5/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

1290-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 457 Health

Description

Behavioral Health Outreach Specialist

The Primary role of the Outreach Specialist is to build relationships, provide information, educate, and engage community members in programs, services, or initiatives.

Examples of Duties

  • Distribute Naloxone to community residents, organizations, and businesses.
  • Conduct Peer to Peer Naloxone training.
  • Conduct Narcan training for community organizations and residents.
  • Conduct street outreach to distribute naloxone survey.
  • Attend and participate in community outreach activities/efforts.
  • Build relationships and establish partnerships with community groups, stakeholders, and leaders.
  • Attend bi-weekly meetings and monthly team meetings occasionally with the Program Manager
  • Organize and attend community meetings, fairs, and other relevant gatherings to promote awareness and participation.
  • Serve as liaison between organizations and the community.
  • Disseminate information about DHD Behavioral Health and other DHD Programs.
  • Collaborate with partners to leverage resources, share information, and coordinate efforts to meet community needs effectively.
  • Provide information and referrals to community residents seeking assistance and support.
  • Connect residents with appropriate resources, services, or programs available within the community.
  • Advocate and support residents in navigating systems, accessing services, and addressing barriers.
  • Prepare reports summarizing outreach activities, outcomes, and recommendations for future initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as may be required by the Program Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences, education, psychology, guidance and counseling or related field.
 
One (1) year of recent experience as a supervisor, preferably in a social, economic or community development program.

 Three (3) years of experience in case work, group work, individual and group counseling and guidance, social research or community or public relations.
May Consider:
•High School Diploma
•Community Health Worker Certification
•Knowledge of community engagement principles and practices.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse populations.
•Familiar with community resources and organizations.
•Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to collaborate with various stakeholders.
•Experience with organizing and coordinating community events, workshops, or informational sessions.
•Weekends/evenings may be required.



Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

  • Interview: 70%
  • Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
  • Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

  • Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
  • Detroit Residency Credit:   15 points

LRD: 09/05/2024

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees.  Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below.  Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH
  • Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
  • Dental
  • Vision
INSURANCE
  •  Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family.  The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance.  Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.  
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
PAID TIME OFF
  • Sick Leave 
  • Vacation
  • Holidays
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System.  This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
•    Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or         
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
•   In the event of  disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
•    Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.  

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.


Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01
Are you a Certified Community Health Worker?
  • YES
  • NO
02
Please indicate your highest level of education completed
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD/J.D.
  • No Education experience
03
How many years of experience do you have participating in community outreach activities/efforts.
  • NONE
  • 1-2
  • 3-4
  • 5 plus

Required Question

Employer
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Ave ste 316
Detroit, Michigan, 48226