Outreach Advocate: Build Trust in Communities (Weekly Pay)

Block by Block; Mobile (AL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pay Advance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Free uniforms for all weather

Employee Cares Program

Job summary

Block by Block is seeking an Outreach Ambassador to engage unhoused community members, connect them with services, and help create safer, friendlier public spaces. The role focuses on compassionate outreach, rapid reporting, and collaboration with local service agencies.

Responsibilities include daily field interaction, directing individuals to appropriate resources, and maintaining basic reports in English. A valid driver's license and outdoor work in all conditions are required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Social Work/Outreach background.
• MUST have the ability to work with unhoused community members comfortably.
• Must have the physical capacity to ride a bike continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions (free uniforms provided).
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English to create basic reports.

Responsibilities

• Frequently canvass the zone to interact with and seek out the homeless/unhoused on the streets to build relationships of trust with a compassionate-first approach.
• Direct those in public spaces to services or more suitable locations.
• Have a strong understanding of the variety of social services available to persons in need and suggest the right services.
• Direct them to services and agencies to meet their needs.
• Respond when merchants or visitors request engagement with someone who may be in need to help de-escalate and redirect their activities.
• Establish relationships with agencies in place to respond to the needs of the homeless; cooperate to make a positive impact.
• Provide small comfort items, such as water and toiletries.

Skills

Social Work

Outreach

Bike capable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Block by Block is seeking an Outreach Ambassador to engage unhoused community members, connect them with services, and help create safer, friendlier public spaces. The role focuses on compassionate outreach, rapid reporting, and collaboration with local service agencies.

Responsibilities include daily field interaction, directing individuals to appropriate resources, and maintaining basic reports in English. A valid driver's license and outdoor work in all conditions are required.