Street Outreach Worker

Street Outreach Worker

Position: FT- Street Outreach Worker ($21hr to $24hr)

Location: Lehigh Valley

The Organization:

Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a Trauma Informed / Healing centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development and cultural awareness into all aspects of our agency. We want our clients and staff to feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and be empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Why Should You Apply?

• An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth.

Essential Functions of the Street Outreach Worker:

• To become familiar with those locations within the program's geographical area of operation in which homeless and/or street youth frequent and any available community resources.
• To facilitate information sessions and presentations with community based stakeholders.
• To foster and maintain working relationships with other agencies that come into contact or work with homeless or street youth.
• To provide youth referrals and linkages to community based services. This includes tracking follow up and status of referrals and youth progress with services.
• To have knowledge of and adhere to all safety practices as set forth in the Synergy Project Manual, Agency Personnel Policy and further set forth by direct supervisor.

Minimum Qualification of the Street Outreach Worker:

• They shall possess a minimum of a high school diploma with at least 18 months experience working with adolescents.
• A Bachelor's degree in human services or equivalent is preferred
• The Street Outreach Worker shall be a mature individual with the ability to identify with and adapt to the goals and philosophies of positive youth development in the Street Outreach program.
• They will possess sound judgment and knowledge of adolescent development.
• This individual will be organized and highly adept at managing multiple tasks and assignments. Successful team members are creative thinkers and flexible in their approaches to people and projects.
• They will be comfortable in working in a wide variety of outdoor and urban settings.
• They will work non-traditional hours.
• They must have and maintain a valid driver's license and ability to operate an agency vehicle.
• They will never have been convicted of any prohibited criminal or child abuse offense.
• The candidate's race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or state of physical disability will not be considered when hiring for this position.

Physical Requirements of the Clinical Counselor:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. X Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. X Occasionally
• Moving from one worksite to another X Occasionally
• Ability to navigate stairs. X Constantly

**If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.

Valley Youth House is more than a nonprofit organization. We’re a catalyst for youth to achieve their desired futures through genuine relationships that support families, ensure safe places, and build community connections. We partner with each young person we meet to help them create the best possible outcome for their unique situation.