CoNEXTions Outreach Specialist
About The Position
The CoNEXTions Street Outreach Program supports youth ages 12-21 who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness, abuse, trafficking, or exploitation. Outreach Specialists meet youth where they are-in the community, on the street, or in our drop-in center-offering safety, resources, and ongoing support. For our program to find success, we believe in meeting youth where they are. Street Outreach Specialists go out on the streets of our Cape Girardeau community to areas where youth frequently congregate, seek shelter, etc. and provide youth who are in need with a variety of resources: basic need items, community resource information, as well as just a safe person who is not asking or requiring anything in return for any services/items provided. For any youth who wants or needs more assistance and support; a Street Outreach Specialists will work along side that youth on a regular basis, providing the necessary support, resources, etc. to help achieve the goals the youth wants to attain. The work is grounded in trauma-informed care and emphasizes trust, collaboration, and empowerment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED/HSE
- At least one year of experience with at-risk youth or individuals facing homelessness preferred
- Valid driver's license (MO Class E or IL Class D), auto insurance, and acceptable driving record
- Reliable personal transportation
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience with at-risk youth or individuals facing homelessness preferred
Responsibilities
- Build positive, professional relationships with youth in the community
- Conduct street outreach and identify youth who may need support
- Provide basic-needs items, information, and a safe point of contact
- Help youth with life skills, housing, education, employment support, and other support services.
- Complete assessments, documentation, case plans, and progress notes
- Support drop-in center services and group activities
- Provide transportation for clients as needed (agency or personal vehicle)
- Collaborate with internal programs and community partners
- Participate in required training and meetings
- Identify individuals who may benefit from other agency services or other community services and make appropriate referrals to assist individuals in accessing those services and activities plus leadership sills with program participants.
Benefits
- 24 paid days off in your first year + your birthday off
- Seven paid holidays
- Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
- Company-paid life and LTD insurance
- Retirement auto-enrollment
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
- Employee referral program
- Additional optional benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
