Jobs in Massachusetts 2026 (Now Hiring) - Smart Auto Apply

Description

SCHEDULE: 40 hours, Friday- Tuesday, 8:30 p.m.- 5:00 a.m.

Pay: $22.41 - $25.55 per hour DOE, (salary ranges provided are based on relevant experience and skill set)

For hours worked between 11:00pm-7am, you will receive an additional $2.00/hour.

LOCATION: 444 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA, (Driving is an exceptional part of this position)

The Outreach Van Counselor is an essential position and will work 100% site based

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:

The Outreach Van Counselor will provide crisis intervention and fundamental services (food and blankets) to the unsheltered homeless population in Boston as part of a three-person mobile street outreach team for the Pine Street Inn.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Mass Driver's License with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience, and excellent driving record

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

• Minimum of one (1) year prior experience as a street outreach worker, working with the homeless, and dealing with alcoholism, drug addiction, and mental illness
• Strong writing, reading, communication and computer skills
• Prior training/knowledge of crisis intervention

PREFERRED:

• Previous experience working with people with mental illness, training in substance abuse, HIV or AIDS, and a human services background

PHYSICAL ABILITIES/SKILLS:

REQUIRED:

• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van
• Ability to lift 50 to 100 lbs. (assisting in physically lifting containers and guests)
• Ability to operate a cellular phone and computer
• Frequent standing, sitting, stretching, bending, and lifting for long periods of time
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions for long periods of time