Youth Engagement Specialist
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Job Description
Northwest Human Services is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and has been a leader in providing advocacy quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970.
Youth Engagement Specialist
Location: Northwest Human Services HOST Resource Center 1143 Liberty St. NE Salem OR 97301
Job Status: Parttime 30 hrs/wk.
Hours: Monday Friday 8am to 2pm
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable youth and young adults on their journey to stability and wellness Join our team at the HOST Resource Center as a Youth Engagement Specialist and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness aged 1824.
As a Youth Engagement Specialist youll be the first point of contact for youth accessing the Resource Centerbuilding trust offering critical basic services and connecting them to lifechanging resources. Youll create a welcoming safe and supportive environment while actively contributing to the daily operations of the center.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree with education in psychology sociology human development education criminal justice behavioral health or related field. Bachelors degree is strongly preferred in the fields listed above.
- A combination of three years relevant work education or experience in mental health addictions and/or social services field.
- Familiar with developmental emotional physical mental and chemical dependency issues faced by atrisk youth.
- Competency in a multicultural environment.
- Knowledge of local community resources and support systems are a plus.
OUR HOST PROGRAM
HOST stands for Health Outreach Shelter and Transitions. Our Resource & Engagement Center provides basic needs and support services for youth and young adults. We offer a safe space for support with setting goals planning for their futures and connecting to community resources. A warm safe place to sleep access to healthcare and resources and mentorship play a big role in ensuring our future leaders can live healthy lifestyles and leave a positive impact on our community. To learn more about our HOST program please visit OF BENEFITS:Our Board of Directors and Administration strives to provides a benefits program that is comprehensive competitive within our industry and affordable for our employees.
- Healthcare insurance plans: Medical Dental Vision
- Group Life: ShortTerm & LongTerm Disability 100 paid by employer
- 403(b) retirement plan with 2 of employer contribution and up to 3 employer match
- Flex Spending Account
- PTO 10 hours a month for FT positions 40 hrs./wk. up to 20 hours monthly as your tenure grows
- Continuing Education & Training Benefits
- Employee Healthy Living Program Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation
TO APPLY:
To join our team please visit our websiteEmployment (northwesthumanservices)
For more information contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: 503.588.5828
All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check.
Equal Opportunity Employer We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
