Field Outreach Specialist: Homelessness & Community Services

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave time

Training opportunities

Job summary

The City of Austin, through its Street and Community Outreach team, seeks a Community Worker to actively engage with unhoused residents and the broader community. This role spends most time in the field, walking routes and connecting people with shelter and essential supplies, services, and referrals.

You will work with neighbors, partners, and City staff to coordinate services, collect data, and support outreach strategies aimed at stabilizing housing, enhancing access to resources, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required, plus 1 year of outreach-related experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to hike long distances and traverse uneven terrain may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of neighborhood centers and public programs.
• Distribute USDA commodities and refer citizens to appropriate agencies.
• Speak as City of Austin representative before public groups and conduct meetings.
• Develop and conduct public information and education programs.

Skills

Outreach experience

Public speaking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Austin, through its Street and Community Outreach team, seeks a Community Worker to actively engage with unhoused residents and the broader community. This role spends most time in the field, walking routes and connecting people with shelter and essential supplies, services, and referrals.

You will work with neighbors, partners, and City staff to coordinate services, collect data, and support outreach strategies aimed at stabilizing housing, enhancing access to resources, and