LGBTQ Youth Outreach Navigator

HHHRC; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawai’i Health & Harm Reduction Center seeks a Youth Services Navigator to connect LGBTQ+ homeless youth with essential services in Honolulu. This temporary, full-time role emphasizes outreach, referral, and case management to link participants with housing, healthcare, entitlements, and support programs.

The position requires flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, and ends June 30, 2027, contingent on funding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; one+ year homelessness experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Strong interpersonal and crisis de-escalation skills.
• Knowledge of LGBTQ+ community, especially youth.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct street-based and online outreach to LGBTQ+ homeless youth.
• Provide one-on-one support and linkage to services.
• Assist participants with emergency supplies and access to housing, health, and benefits.
• Coordinate referrals to substance use, behavioral health, and clinical services.
• Complete intake, assessment, referrals, and accompany participants to appointments.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

LGBTQ knowledge

Teamwork

Diversity sensitivity

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hawai’i Health & Harm Reduction Center seeks a Youth Services Navigator to connect LGBTQ+ homeless youth with essential services in Honolulu. This temporary, full-time role emphasizes outreach, referral, and case management to link participants with housing, healthcare, entitlements, and support programs.

The position requires flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, and ends June 30, 2027, contingent on funding.