Job Information
The Salvation Army Outreach Worker in Syracuse, New York
Overview
Street Outreach Worker's
Youth & Family Intervention Program
The Salvation Army of the Syracuse Area
Part-Time & Full-time available, $19.50/hour
Access to Benefit Offerings
Overview: The Outreach Worker's primary purpose is to provide street outreach services to individuals (youth) who may be at risk of running away, homelessness and sexual exploitation. Our community needs compassionate, outgoing and caring staff who are willing to be out in the community, on the streets, and in community parks. They can be assigned a case load and may need to provide home visits.
Responsibilities
Provide Street Outreach services to high-risk youth primarily during afternoon and evening hours.
Will partner with other agencies within the Onondaga County Agency Community.
Crisis intervention through the provision of emergency basic needs and access to emergency shelter if warranted.
Will work with the street youth and introduce them to the services offered within The Salvation Army.
Assist with the transition of clients from street outreach services to ongoing case management
Assist with Drop-In Center coverage and assignments as requested.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience working with youths.
Valid NYS Driver's License that will meet The Salvation Army's insurance requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on
age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job LocationsUS-NY-Syracuse
Job ID 2024-13480
Category Program
Compensation Please Note: Compensation can exceed the posted hourly rate of pay.
Compensation Max USD $19.50/Hr.
Type Regular Part-Time