East Connect Outreach Specialist - Relief Staff Member [020] [075]

$21.00 per hour.

43 SE 102^nd Ave Portland OR 97216

This position, based at the Youth CNCT, starts each day on site and launches in to community to meet with youth, returning to Youth CNCT or other New Avenues sites between meetings and at the end of the day.

Are you looking for an extremely flexible schedule that allows you to work when it aligns with your schedule? Are you interested in supporting young people who are at-risk or currently experiencing houselessness? If so, this Outreach Specialist role may be just what you're looking for!

What is asked of an Outreach Specialist in a Relief role?
The Relief Outreach Specialist fills in for vacant shifts when they are available to do so. Shifts for this role may be during the week day, evening, or weekend. Shifts are offered at East Connect site located in East Portland, this role may also involve supporting at outreach events in Gresham and the Portland area located in community. During these shifts, the person in this position will engage youth through the Positive Youth Development model providing guidance, support, and information in a multicultural environment for houseless and at-risk youth. The person in this position assists with outreach, community events, and inventory, and supporting a resource focused drop in space.

Transform Lives, Transform Yourself:

Are you eager to be a part of the change and care that supports youth in our community? Do you have experience that could be an assurance and lift for young people facing houselessness to help them with the skills and resources to lead healthy, independent lives? New Avenues for Youth seeks a compassionate and resilient Outreach Specialist to join our East Connect team.

As an Outreach Specialist, you'll be a consistent and intentional guide for youth navigating difficult paths. Your unique perspective, experience, and resilience will foster opportunity and empower young people to be more prepared and resourced to move through challenging moments and reach their unique goals.

Join New Avenues and...

• Make an Impact: Provide consistent support, guidance around resources, and advocacy.
• Thrive in a Supportive Team: Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are celebrated.
• Grow as a Professional: Receive ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement.
• Enjoy a Robust Benefits Package: We value your well-being and offer a robust benefits package that includes:
  • Full health, vision, and dental insurance at zero cost to the employee (with options to cover family members), to ensure your physical and mental health are prioritized.
  • Generous holiday, personal, and paid time off (PTO) allowances to support your work-life balance and personal needs. Roughly five weeks of available time in year one with an additional week added in year two.
  • Discounted gym memberships to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle.
  • Access to free counseling services to help you manage stress and maintain your emotional health.

Our Commitment to Equity:

At New Avenues for Youth, we envision a community where all young people thrive. We recognize that historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression have created barriers for many. We are unwavering in our commitment to dismantling these barriers and fostering a truly equitable space where every voice is heard and valued.

Who You Are:

• Experienced: You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and/or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.
• Compassionate Listener: You offer empathy without judgment, creating a safe space for young people to share their stories and struggles.
• Reliable Advocate: You are committed to showing up consistently, building trust, and following through on your promises to young people.
• Growth-Oriented: You embrace continuous learning, seeking new knowledge and skills to better support yourself and the youth you serve.
• Equity: You understand how systemic oppression impacts the lives of youth in programs and the systems that you will support youth in navigating. You approach this world with humility and a deep sense of growth and learning.

What You'll Do:

• Build Community: Build genuine connections with youth and community in East Portland through outreach, resource navigation, and service coordination with community partners.
• Empower Through Advocacy: Help young people navigate complex systems, access resources, collaborate and coordinate with other providers, and make informed decisions about their own journey.
• Support Growth and Learning: Lead recreational activities, stationary and street outreach, provide referrals and education around current services that foster connection and personal development.
• Document the Journey: Maintain accurate and timely records, ensuring that our programs have the data they need to thrive and continue serving those who need it most.

Qualifications:

• Relevant prior work experience, lived experience, or both. A Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology or related human services field a plus.
• Experience working with youth who face multiple barriers.
• Coordinate and conduct stationary and street-based outreach activities with other team members, providers, and community
• Produce digital engagement tools, like videos, social media posts, and more.
• Excellent communication, organization, creativity, flexibility, optimism, positive humor and overall interpersonal skills.
• Ability and desire to work with diverse staff and youth and to excel in a multi-cultural environment.
• A valid driver's license along with regular access to an insured automobile.
• Must be willing to be CPR trained and certified
• Ability to assess risk in varying environments and respond accordingly using a triage model

Apply Today:

If you're ready to use your desire to ignite hope and inspire change, we encourage you to apply today by simply clicking on the 'Apply for Job' button at the bottom of this screen and attach your resume and cover letter.

New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.