Street Outreach Worker & Coach

Position Title: Street Outreach Worker & Coach Location: Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri (Cape Girardeau) and various sub-recipient locations Reports to: Director of Housing Job Type: Full-Time Position Overview: The Street Outreach Worker & Coach is responsible for conducting street outreach to identify, engage, and support homeless and at-risk youth in the community. In addition, the individual will serve as a coach and mentor to Street Outreach Workers employed at sub-recipient organizations, ensuring alignment with program goals, best practices, and the principles of trauma-informed care and positive youth development. This dual role will focus on both direct outreach and capacity building within sub-recipient teams to enhance service delivery across the network. Key Responsibilities:Street Outreach Duties: Conduct street outreach to identify and engage youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Build trusting relationships with youth by offering immediate support, resources, and referral to services such as shelter, food, health care, and education. Collaborate with community partners, including schools, healthcare providers, and other service organizations, to locate and assist at-risk youth. Conduct needs assessments and connect youth to relevant services, including housing assistance, counseling, and education. Develop individual case plans with youth, including goals for housing stability and personal development. Maintain accurate and timely records of outreach activities, client interactions, and outcomes. Coaching and Support for Sub-Recipient Organizations: Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and technical assistance to Street Outreach Workers at sub-recipient organizations. Conduct regular check-ins with sub-recipient staff to review outreach strategies, challenges, and successes. Facilitate training on trauma-informed care, positive youth development, and harm-reduction strategies to ensure consistency and quality of service delivery. Assist sub-recipient organizations in developing and implementing effective street outreach practices tailored to their community's needs. Assist in monitoring the performance of sub-recipient Street Outreach Workers to ensure adherence to grant requirements and program objectives. Organize peer learning opportunities and best practice sharing among sub-recipient outreach teams. Provide feedback and recommendations to sub-recipient leadership to enhance service coordination and improve outcomes. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered. Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in street outreach, youth services, or a related field. Experience working with homeless or at-risk youth populations preferred. Prior experience providing mentorship, supervision, or training to a team is highly desirable. Skills: Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and positive youth development frameworks. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with local service providers, housing resources, and social service systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office and client management software. Working Conditions: Regular travel required to sub-recipient locations and various outreach sites. Flexibility in work hours, with the possibility of evening or weekend work. Ability to work in challenging environments and with individuals experiencing trauma or crisis.

Created: 2025-03-22