What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outreach Case Worker - YO! position at Hale Kipa?
Mission & About Us
Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawaiis youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.
Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs.
Role Overview
An Outreach Case Worker is to provide comprehensive, client-centered, goal-oriented process for assessing the need of a young person for particular services, assisting him/her/they to obtain and complete those services and, at a systems level, to coordinate the provisions of services with community resources available to the young person. The individual in this position will conduct business in a professional and cordial manner that will uphold the integrity and reputation of Hale Kipa. This position maintains a thorough working knowledge of and adheres to organizational policies, regulations, and procedures.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.
- At least one year of experience working with youth/young adults is essential
Requirements
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in navigating electronic health record systems.
- Consistent and timely documentation.
- A valid driver's license.
- Current auto insurance & safety check required.
- Access to a vehicle for the purpose of transporting young adults.
Benefits
- Medical/Drug/Vision/Dental
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off (PTO) / 6 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Access to Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Plans
Salary
- $50,000 annually
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