Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Young Lives!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people? 

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Safe Children Coalition as part of our Street REACH Program Specialist!

Purpose of the Role: As a Street REACH Program Specialist, you'll Reconnect with Employment, Academics, Community, and Housing! The target population is homeless unaccompanied youth (16-24) who are near the completion of their high school diploma or are no longer connected to the public K-12 school system. Be at the heart of positive steps toward increasing their self- sufficiency by building employment skills, supporting the youth’s transition to post-secondary education, and the development of life skills needed to maintain safe and stable housing. 

What You'll Do:

• The Street REACH Program Specialist will be a member of the Unaccompanied Homeless Youth Case Conferencing, Unaccompanied Homeless Youth Task Force, and Suncoast Housing Collaborative and will work cooperatively with all community partners. 
• The position is responsible for all contractual issues related to funding, audits, quality assurance, monitoring and evaluations related to program delivery.
• Review incoming referrals and set up face-to-face assessments in timely manner.  
• Assess referrals for previous involvement with Department of Children and Families and reconnect with child welfare agency when appropriate or if not eligible provide with prevention/diversion services. 
• Connecting youth to gateway services such as Medicaid, Food Stamps (EBT), TANF, Unemployment and Disability.  
• Perform ongoing outreach and meet with youth at a minimum of twice per month. Provides      school/shelter/employment/home site visits as necessary.
• Develop rapport with homeless unaccompanied youth age 16-24 who are not actively engaged in the k-12 public education system.
• Assists homeless youth with a step in process of applying for GED, or career technical training programs.
• Provide assistance with college applications, fee waivers, FAFSA completion, scholarships application and communication with post-secondary homeless education liaison to ensure a successful transition to college or career training      programs.
• Refer youth to Keys to Independence Program to assist with obtaining learning permit, drivers training, driver’s license, and insurance assistance.

Why Join Us?

Be Part of a Mission-Driven Team: We are dedicated to empowering youth and their families to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

Make a Real Difference: Your work will help shape the future of young people in your community.

Growth Opportunities: Expand your skills and advance your career in a supportive environment.

A Comprehensive Benefits Package:

5 weeks of PTO accruals available during the first year of employment

12 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)

Professional Development 

Health Benefits with Shared Premium Contributions: 

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) retirement- 3% company match

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in the field of counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field; and two (2) years of professional experience in the field of child welfare or social services. 

List of Other Minimum Requirements:

Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License in good standing and be insurable by the agency’s current insurance carrier. Must meet state criminal background check requirements. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Knowledge of community resources.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to use your skills to make a meaningful change and are passionate about youth development, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and become a part of our mission to support and uplift the next generation.