Outreach Specialist PT

Comprehensive Youth Services; Port Huron (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned PTO

403b with 10% match

Shift differential for weekends

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Comprehensive Youth Services is seeking a Part-time Outreach Specialist to provide support and resources to youth aged 9-21 in crisis. The role includes flexible scheduling of up to 59 hours biweekly, with responsibilities involving client intake, crisis intervention, and community outreach.

Applicants should have a valid driver’s license and high school diploma or GED. Benefits include earned PTO and a 403b with a 10% match.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required.
• Must pass MDHHS background check.
• TB test needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with applications for resources, school, or employment.
• Provide clients with needed items like food and hygiene supplies.
• Answer crisis calls and provide necessary crisis intervention.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Wings of The Harbor Program is 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. The 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 a.m. and end as late as 9 p.m. The work environment includes in‑office and outdoor events year‑round. Some evenings and weekends are required.

Typical Client Related Responsibilities

• 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