What are the responsibilities and job description for the Homeless Outreach Specialist (Grant-Funded) position at Key Peninsula Community Services (KPCS)?
Homeless Outreach Specialist (Grant-Funded)
Key Peninsula Community Services (KPCS)
Hours: 24 Hours a weekPart-time (flexible; may include an occasional evening/weekend)
Pay: $20.00 – $22.00/hour (DOE)
Reports to: Executive Director
Who We Are
Key Peninsula Community Services connects our community to food, services, and resources to achieve wellness and foster resilience. We serve a rural community where relationships matter, and we meet people where they are with dignity, respect, and consistency.
Position Summary
We are looking for a compassionate, dependable, and resourceful individual to support our Homeless Housing Program (HHP) through outreach and connection to services.
This is a hands-on, people-centered role. You’ll spend time outdoors, building relationships with neighbors experiencing homelessness, helping meet immediate needs, and connecting individuals to resources that support stability.
This work isn’t always easy but it is meaningful. The right person will show up consistently, treat people with respect, and take pride in being part of something that truly helps the community.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct outreach in the community, including outdoor and field-based work
- Build trusting relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness
- Connect clients to services such as housing, food, healthcare, and benefits
- Assist with Coordinated Entry and housing navigation processes
- Maintain accurate and timely data entry in required systems (HMIS or similar)
- Track client interactions, progress, and outcomes
- Work as part of a team to ensure consistent, reliable support for clients
- Collaborate with community partners and service providers
- Help distribute basic needs supplies (food, clothing, hygiene items)
- Support a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all
What We’re Looking For
- A kind, respectful, and non-judgmental approach to working with people
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Comfortable working outdoors in a rural environment
- Ability to handle challenging situations with calmness and professionalism
- Organized and reliable, especially with documentation and follow-through
- Comfortable with computers, data entry, and learning new systems
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends
This is a great fit if you are:
- Someone who follows through and does what you say you’ll do
- Calm, steady, and positive—even when things are hard
- Comfortable meeting people where they are, without judgment
- Resourceful and willing to figure things out
- The kind of person who notices what needs to be done and steps in
Helpful (but not required)
- Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or in human services
- Familiarity with local resources in Pierce County or surrounding areas
- Experience with HMIS or other client tracking systems
Important Notes
- This position is grant-funded and dependent on continued program funding
- Work takes place both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
- Professional boundaries and good judgment are essential in this role
Why This Role Matters
For many of our neighbors, we are the first conversation, the first connection, and sometimes the first step toward stability. You will be part of a small, dedicated team making a real difference every day.
How to Apply
Apply through really with your resume and a short note (3–5 sentences) telling us:
- Why this kind of work matters to you
- How you stay positive when things are hard
- What “showing up for people” means to you
We’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about serving our community.
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22