Outreach Specialist — Hilo

Job overview

The Outreach Specialist works onsite in Hilo, HI. The posting states pay of $24.08 per hour. Child & Family Service is a community-based organization whose mission is strengthening families and fostering the healthy development of children. The specialist conducts community outreach and screens for trauma or mental health concerns, then provides information, referrals, and service connections where appropriate. The role prioritizes people and families affected by natural disasters and supports access to relevant services.

What you'll do

• Conduct community outreach and screening for trauma or mental health concerns
• provide information and referrals and connect people with services where appropriate
• provide informal lay counseling based on identified needs
• prioritize individuals and families affected by natural disasters
• travel as needed throughout the island, including use of an agency vehicle to transport clients when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

outreach specialist

community outreach

trauma-informed care

hilo hi

child & family service

$24.08/hr

mental health screening

information and referrals

family services

island travel

crisis support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, preventative health care paid time off, birthday and volunteer floating holidays, 16 paid holidays per year (17 in an election year), medical, dental, vision and prescription plans, 401(k), and flexible spending plans.

Why this role

The posting requires a valid Hawaii driver’s license and states that travel in a personal vehicle may be needed throughout the island.

About the employer

Child & Family Service is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.