Peer Outreach Specialist (Part-Time)

Public Health Management Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC) is seeking a Part-Time Peer Outreach Specialist for Turning Points for Children’s Older Youth Division in Philadelphia. You will recruit and screen young adults for LifeSet, HELP, BIPS, and REUP215 programs and help coordinate workshops and events.

The role requires excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work with diverse communities, and flexibility to attend weekend events or holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Outreach or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Make outreach to potential and received referrals for LifeSet and HELP programs.
• Identify and visit community locations for recruiting young adults.
• Screen potential participants for eligibility and commitment.
• Accurately document outreach and recruitment activities.
• Maintain efficient operation of the referral process for the programs.
• Provide administrative support to program directors as needed.
• Maintain an organizational system for tracking referrals and waitlist.
• Assist in planning and facilitation of quarterly peer-to-peer events.
• Co-create workshops and events to support participant learning and collaboration.
• Be present for all events held by the division, including weekends/holidays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Outreach experience

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Turning Points for Childr
Philadelphia, PA 19139, USA

Description

SUBSIDIARY: Turning Points for Children (TPFC)

PROGRAM: Older Youth Division

ROLE TYPE: Part-Time

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Part-Time Peer Outreach Specialist reports to the Program Coordinator/Analyst and supports the LifeSet, Housing and Employment Launching Program (HELP), the Bridge Intensive Prevention Services (BIPS), and the REUP215 Program through recruiting and screening young adults to participate in these programs. The Peer Outreach Specialist also supports and coordinates regular workshops and events for enrolled participants.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make outreach to potential and received referrals for both the LifeSet program and the Housing and Employment Launching Program (HELP).
• Identify and visit community locations (such as stores and businesses, community organizations, recreation centers, and outdoor spaces such as parks) for the purpose of recruiting young adults to participate in one or more of the programs.
• Screen potential participants for eligibility and commitment to programs.
• Accurately document outreach and recruitment activities.
• Maintain efficient operation of the referral process for the programs.
• Provide administrative support to the Housing and Employment Launching Program (HELP) Director and the LifeSet Program Coordinator/Analyst as needed.
• Maintain an organizational system for tracking and recording Housing and Employment Launching Program (HELP) referrals and waitlist.
• Assist in planning and facilitation of quarterly peer-to-peer events.
• Co-create workshops and events to support and supplement participant learning and encourage collaboration and connection between participants.
• Be present for all events held by the division, some of which may be held on weekend days or surrounding holiday celebrations.

SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Friendly and able to quickly build rapport with potential participants
• Sensitivity to racial, cultural, and economic diversity
• Dependable and responsible
• Ability to work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including but not limited to LifeSet Specialists, Supervisors, and participants
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including working during events that are potentially holiday-based
• Readiness to work collaboratively within a division

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Outreach or customer service experience

PAY GRADE: 14

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Customer Service

Intermediate

Organized

Advanced

Effective Communication

Advanced

Preferred

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Thought Provoking

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Education

Required

High School or better.

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