
IMPACT Specialist (CV2478-219) - Safe Return Division
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
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Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is hiring an IMPACT Specialist (CV2478-219) - Safe Return Division. The IMPACT Specialist at Volunteers of America Delaware Valley's Camden Navigational Resource Center engages vulnerable individuals alongside law enforcement. This role focuses on street outreach, crisis support, and resource navigation, providing immediate care and essential services. The specialist builds trust, conducts assessments, mentors clients, and facilitates group sessions to promote dignity and stability for those experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use issues.
Key focus areas include Conduct street outreach and attend community events to engage with at-risk individuals, Provide emergency support, referrals, and transportation assistance, and Perform intake assessments and create individualized service plans.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, 2+ Years Working With Homeless Populations, and 2+ Years Working With Behavioral Health Populations. Important skills include Compassion, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, and Bilingual.
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IMPACT Specialist (CV2478-219) - Safe Return Division
IMPACT Specialist
Be the connection that changes lives.
Are you passionate about meeting people where they are—literally? Join Volunteers of America Delaware Valley as an IMPACT Specialist with the Camden Navigational Resource Center. In this hands-on, street-level role, you'll work alongside law enforcement to engage vulnerable individuals, build trust, and deliver immediate care and essential services in the community.
You’ll be part of a high-impact team focused on outreach, crisis support, and resource navigation, all while promoting dignity, self-determination, and long-term stability for individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use issues.
What You’ll Do:
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Conduct street outreach and attend community events to engage with at-risk individuals
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Provide emergency support, referrals, and transportation assistance
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Perform intake assessments and create individualized service plans
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Mentor clients and assist with accessing basic needs and ongoing care
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Maintain real-time documentation and ensure continuous support
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Facilitate group sessions and collaborate with community resources
What You Need:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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2+ years of experience working with homeless or behavioral health populations
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Compassion, strong communication skills, and the ability to problem-solve on the spot
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A valid driver's license and ability to meet agency driving standards
Bilingual is a plus!
Why This Role Matters: This is a front-line position where you will be the first face of hope and stability for individuals facing tremendous life challenges. Your outreach will lead to life-changing connections—and long-term recovery for those who need it most.
This is your chance to bring change to the street level. Join us and be part of something bigger.
EEO of "Individuals with Disabilities" and "Veteran Status"/AA
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