Youth Outreach Worker
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Youth Outreach Worker Position
The Homeless Prevention Council, a nonprofit providing services to support self- sufficiency and stability for Cape Cod residents, is seeking a Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) to work with our dedicated team. The YOW will meet youth and young adults (YYA) experiencing, or at-risk of, homelessness throughout the Cape and Islands region. They will conduct intake assessments, determine eligibility for various programs, and link YYA with community-based housing and service resources, to help ensure they exit homelessness as rapidly as possible.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Lived experience of youth homelessness or housing instability is required.
Experience in a human service-related field is a plus. General computer proficiency and experience is needed. An aptitude to learn and develop precise record keeping, use of online databases and clear oral and written communication skills is required. A commitment to teamwork is essential. Must have a valid MA driver's license and clean driving record. Background check required.
HPC strongly encourages people of color, people who speak languages other than English, and people of diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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