Peer Youth Counselor – Trauma-Informed Outreach

Sasha Bruce Youthwork; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasha Bruce Youthwork seeks a Peer Youth Counselor at the Prince George’s County Drop-In Center to support adolescents and young adults affected by homelessness and street involvement. You will assist with case management, outreach, crisis transportation, daily living services, and life skills education under supervision.

Your role emphasizes trauma-informed, harm-reduction approaches and strong collaboration with the center team.

Qualifications

• Requires transition-aged youth experience or familiarity with homeless or street-involved youth.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supportive services for clients with the Drop-In Center team.
• Assist with intake, referrals, crisis transportation, and daily living services.
• Provide crisis counseling and trauma-informed support; aid in life skills education.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Sasha Bruce Youthwork seeks a Peer Youth Counselor at the Prince George’s County Drop-In Center to support adolescents and young adults affected by homelessness and street involvement. You will assist with case management, outreach, crisis transportation, daily living services, and life skills education under supervision.

Your role emphasizes trauma-informed, harm-reduction approaches and strong collaboration with the center team.