Youth Outreach Specialist
About The Position
Be the connection that changes lives. YOU help youth find stability, hope, and a path home. ABOUT PARENTING AZ CPLC Parenting Arizona and CPLC Parenting Nevada provide family support services statewide through prevention, intervention and treatment programs. These services promote strong families by empowering parents to thrive, thereby creating communities where parents have the skills to raise healthy and successful children. HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT IN THIS ROLE? As a Youth Outreach Specialist, you will play a critical role in helping youth affected by homelessness reconnect to stability and safety. You'll provide immediate case management, linking young people to essential services and resources that guide them toward permanent housing and independence. You will: Conduct street outreach in the community where homeless youth congregate. Provide program information, care packs, and resource referrals. Support youth in navigating systems and accessing housing, employment, and healthcare. Collaborate closely with the outreach team to ensure effective, compassionate support. Empower youth to build resilience and achieve their goals for a brighter future. WHO YOU ARE You are a compassionate, resourceful, and motivated advocate for youth. You thrive in fast-paced, community-centered work and bring strong communication and problem-solving skills to every interaction. You meet challenges with empathy and purpose.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required and 2+ years of related experience; or
- Associates Degree in appropriate field of study and 1 year of related experience; or
- Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study and 1 year of related experience;
- Experience providing direct services to individuals who have experienced trauma
- Experience providing case management services in a crisis environment
- Must have valid driver's license
- Must have current Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to have within 60 days of employment
- Must pass a background screening prior to start
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish language is required.
- Valid AZ driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to show proof of registration/insurance. Must be 21 years of age to drive on behalf of CPLC, Inc.
- Must pass background screening prior to start
- Level One Fingerprint clearance or ability to obtain fingerprint clearance or ability to have within 60 days of employment; must maintain clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Related work experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct street outreach in the community where homeless youth congregate.
- Provide program information, care packs, and resource referrals.
- Support youth in navigating systems and accessing housing, employment, and healthcare.
- Collaborate closely with the outreach team to ensure effective, compassionate support.
- Empower youth to build resilience and achieve their goals for a brighter future.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Holiday
- Employee Recognition Program
- Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
- Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
- Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
- Life + Disability options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telemedicine & Concierge Services
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
- Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
- Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary 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
501-1,000 employees
