Street Outreach Specialist (Bridges Program)

Overview

• Be knowledgeable of street culture, including where youth hang-out, how to approach, street language, etc.
• Develop and maintain resource information on services available for runaway and homeless youth.
• Be visible within the community and provide street outreach to youth, which include such services as crisis intervention, information and referrals, sex education, drug and alcohol education, assistance, aid, encouragement, and support.
• Participate in community speaking engagements and facilitate youth groups and other activities.
• Maintain accurate records, statistics, and documentation. Participate in the evaluation of street outreach services goals and objectives.
• In collaboration with the staff team, plan and coordinate the delivery of direct services to youth and families, working toward reuniting runaway youth with their families when appropriate.
• Outreach at various schools (as assigned starting in the fall) and required coverage at the Youth Opportunity Center (as assigned) 
• Participate in on call rotation (BC/SOP/ Bridges)
• Assist with moving and cleaning apartments in Bridges when needed. 
• Perform other related assignments as directed by the Program Director.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of CEDARS.
• Ensure client confidentiality and promote ethical practices and maintain professional boundaries in the provision of services.

Job Skills / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, although relevant experience will be taken into consideration 
• 1 year of experience working with children and families is preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma informed care.
• A collaborative team member who enjoys building relationships with others, but also has the ability to work independently. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills. 
• Valid Nebraska driver’s license and a good driving record.

Education Requirements (Any) Bachelor's Degree Preferred Associate's Degree Required Additional Information / Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverages
• flexible spending accounts and health spending accounts
• personal leave, emergency leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• retirement plan with 5% company match
• life & long-term disability insurance
• employee assistance program
• wellness and engagement program
• early childhood childcare discount
• opportunities to collect overtime hours if desired
• shift differentials for certain shifts worked and holidays
• mileage reimbursement
• extensive training and professional development opportunities

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Childcare Discount Screening Requirements: Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check, Finger Printing

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