Outreach & Engagement Specialist - (Street Outreach)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20

What we are looking for:

The Community & Engagement Team Member is responsible for working with people experiencing unsheltered homelessness and will be familiar with the community. The ideal candidate will have lived experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and an open friendly accommodating attitude. The Community Outreach & Engagement Team Member will need to be trainable in harm reduction principles and trauma-informed care.

The ability to travel locally as needed for meetings and to conduct outreach is essential.

Experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities you should possess:
The ideal candidate would have lived experience with homelessness.
Willing to visit locations where the unsheltered life such as encampments, RVs, parks, etc.
Must have solid knowledge and experience with resources and referrals.
Deep understanding of cultural sensitivity and understanding of special family and youth issues.
Maintain networking relationships with community service providers and communicate back to leadership.
Ability to work as a team member with fellow co-workers and staff.
Willingness to foster a professional and welcoming environment in all interactions with clients, vendors, and colleagues regardless of different identities backgrounds, beliefs, and choices.
Sound Judgement and decision-making ability.
Able to demonstrate flexibility regarding job duties and assignments.
Valid California Drivers License, Auto Insurance and accept travel assignments on the job as directed by the Program director.