Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator- Homeless Engagement Team or assigned designee, the Youth Homeless Engagement Specialist is responsible for: (1) Building and maintaining relationships with Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) who are experiencing unsheltered homelessness in Hawaii County (2) Providing community referrals and completing assessments/intakes as appropriate (3) Increasing community awareness and support through community outreach and engagement (4) Utilizing strength based and trauma informed approach in all aspects of this position.
Lived experience as homeless youth preferred.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following:
- Conduct street outreach or “Canvassing” at least 3 times per week to identify Transitional Aged Youth who are experiencing unsheltered homelessness.
- Continue to engage with TAY experiencing unsheltered homelessness until shelter or permanent housing is obtained.
- Assist in training NPP volunteers participating in street outreach.
- Identify the family's needs, clarify information, provide information and referrals.
- Document, log, and report all engagements in accordance with program policies & procedures and supervisor guidance.
- Ensure accurate data collection and entry of data.
- Research and identify current and available community resources.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kea‘au, HI: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road