What are the responsibilities and job description for the Street Outreach Worker position at Brighton Center Inc?
Brighton Center, Inc. is a private non-profit community-based organization with the mission to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education, employment, and leadership. We have been named a finalist for the Best Place To Work four years in a row, as well as a Top 50 Nonprofit to work for in the Nation!
Purpose:
Establish community relationships with individuals, families, and agencies in an effort to connect youth and young adults in crisis to essential information and referral services.
Job Responsibilities:
- Establish relationships and rapport with Runaway & Homeless Street Youth.
- Provide crisis intervention and case management as needed to youth and families.
- Identify emergency needs for youth; coordinate referrals and options for youth seeking shelter or other services.
- Establish and maintain rapport with police, agencies, community leaders and businesses to educate and gain their support for Runaway & Homeless Street Youth.
- Plan and coordinate special activities and events for community youth; give presentations.
- Provide appropriate aftercare services as needed, including community referrals.
- Ensure documentation is concise and timely and meets all grant requirements.
- Complete all required trainings.
Requirements:
- High school diploma required, Bachelors preferred
- 21 years old
- 1 year experience with youth
- Valid Drivers License
- Clean background check
- Data collection and documentation experience preferred
What we offer:
- Competitive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
- Retirement Plan-employer contribution of 4% of gross salary for 403b and additional 2% match option
- Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
- 11.5 Paid Holidays
- Childcare Discount
- Agency Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Professional Development
- Education Awards
This is a non-exempt position with an hourly wage range of $15 - $17.
If you are interested in this position, please log on to www.brightoncenter.com/careers and apply today! Come join a growing agency!
We are an equal-opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to gender, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.
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(Outreach, youth, young adults, crisis intervention, community partnerships, referrals, homeless, prevention, homelessness, social work, non-profit, nonprofit)
Salary : $15 - $17