Youth Site Specialist - Home Youth Services - Swing

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency in Salem, Oregon is seeking a Youth Site Specialist to supervise at-risk youth and help them access basic needs while maintaining a safe, supportive space at Home Youth Services shelters.

The role emphasizes building connections, mentoring residents, and coordinating with community resources. The team offers growth opportunities and hands-on experience in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four+ years of work or volunteering in fast-paced customer service, healthcare, education, social or community services, or related public-facing sectors.
• College coursework in social sciences or related human services preferred but not required.
• Preference for experience with special needs populations or youth.

Responsibilities

• Supervise at-risk youth directly and ensure a safe space at Home Youth Services shelters.
• Assist youth in obtaining basic needs and navigating community resources.
• Build connections, mentor residents, and provide valuable resources.
• Serve as point person for youth outreach and program referrals.

Skills

Customer service

Youth engagement

Mentoring

Communication skills

Ability to work with at-risk youth

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework in social sciences or related human services (preferred)

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

OUR MISSION: MWVCAA invests in people and their futures to reduce the impacts of poverty.

OUR VISION: We envision a just future, where our communities are empowered to reach positive outcomes and everyone is respected for their infinite worth.

Working at MWVCAA means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. We offer competitive pay, a rich company culture that values diversity, and an array of benefits - but we consider the best benefit here to be the reward of helping those in our community live better lives. Come find meaningful work and bring your skills as a Youth Site Specialist.You main responsibilities will be directly supervising at-risk youth and assisting youth in obtaining basic needs and navigating resources, while ensuring a safe space at the Home Youth Services shelters. In addition to assisting with basic shelter services, they are the point person for building connections, mentoring, and providing valuable resources to youth residents.This team offers a lot of growth opportunities and professional development through hands‑on experience.

Swing Shift.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Four or more years of work or volunteering experience in fast-paced customer service, healthcare, education, social or community services or related public-facing sectors; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be accepted.

• College course work in social sciences or related human services preferred but not required.

• Preference will be given to candidates with work or volunteer experience working with special needs population and/or experience working with youth or high-risk youth.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.

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