Youth Outreach & Pathway Navigator

IRC - International Rescue Committee; California; On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid sick leave

10 U.S. holidays

20-25 days PTO depending on role and 2

Medical insurance starting at $163/mo

Dental starting at $6.50/mo

Vision starting at $5/mo

403(b) retirement with employer match

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Youth Outreach Specialist to lead community-based outreach and eligibility intake for the Out-of-School Youth program in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. You will identify and engage youth aged 16-24 not in school and determine WIOA eligibility, coordinating with schools and local partners.

The role involves outreach, data entry, and collaboration with employers, schools, and social services. Some evenings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, education, human services, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years of outreach or youth-serving experience; experience with WIOA or workforce programs preferred.
• Knowledge of OSY eligibility criteria or ability to learn regulations quickly.
• Ability to build trust with youth and families; strong interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail for eligibility documentation and data entry in case management systems.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of additional languages spoken by local youth is preferred.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sustained community-based outreach to identify eligible OSY in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
• Build and maintain referral relationships with schools and youth services.
• Determine OSY eligibility and collect required documents for files.
• Enter and maintain participant data in state and IRC databases.
• Develop outreach materials in accessible formats for local youth.
• Explain program services and enrollment process to youth and families.
• Track outreach and enrollment against targets and report progress.
• Represent IRC at community events and partner meetings.
• Support compliance with state regulations and workforce board policies.
• Participate in team meetings and required trainings.
• Perform other duties to support outreach and enrollment goals.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Data entry

Microsoft Office

CalJOBS

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, education, human services, or related field

Tools

CalJOBS

Microsoft Office

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Youth Outreach Specialist to lead community-based outreach and eligibility intake for the Out-of-School Youth program in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. You will identify and engage youth aged 16-24 not in school and determine WIOA eligibility, coordinating with schools and local partners.

The role involves outreach, data entry, and collaboration with employers, schools, and social services. Some evenings and weekends are required.