Outreach Specialist PT

Wings of The Harbor Program a program of Comprehensive Youth Services, Inc. Position: Part-time Outreach Specialist Hours: Flexible scheduling with Day, Afternoon, and Weekend hours Salary: $15.00 per hour Requirements: Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, TB test, High school diploma or GED, Must pass MDHHS background check Benefits: Earned PTO, 403b with 10% match, Shift differential for weekends, Flexible Schedule This Program of Wings provides assistance and referrals to youth 9-21 who are in crisis.

This position is up to 59 hours every two weeks, scheduling is based on events that are planned in advance, Typical shifts are 4-8 hours and are double staffed going out into the local communities and providing resources to youth in need. Normal shifts may start as early as 8 am and end as late as 9 pm. The work environment includes in-office and outdoor events year-round.

Some evenings and weekends are required. Typical Client Related Responsibilities Include: Completion of client intake and required paperwork Shift Documentation Assist clients with applications for resources, school, or employment Assist clients in obtaining their personal documentation Provide clients with referrals to community resources and advocate for clients to community partners Assist clients with life skill activities and schoolwork.

Provide clients with needed items like food, hygiene, and household supplies Answer crisis calls and provide necessary crisis intervention. Assist youth in the transition to shelter services or returning home. Complete Routes to local communities to provide resources and information. Work closely with and develop a respectful relationship with community partners Participate in outreach events.

Examples but not limited to: parades, 4 H Fair, Festivals, family night, school outreaches, backpack giveaways, pop-up events, walking local paths, entering homeless encampments, Dome Day, etc. Complete staff trainings in a timely manner, participate in staff meetings and supervisions Complete Daily schedule of required staff duties and ensure building is clean Assist in the compliance of all federal, state, and local licensing requirements and health and fire regulations to ensure that the premises are safe, clean, and secure.

Follow through on direct requests from supervisors Perform other duties as directed to allow the program to function at its maximum level Additional duties assigned by program manager as needed