Shelter Street Outreach Worker

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Shelter Street Outreach Worker Evergreen Youth & Family Services – Bemidji, MN

Do you want to work directly in the community to support youth who are experiencing homelessness, crisis, or unsafe situations? Evergreen Youth & Family Services is hiring a Shelter Street Outreach Worker to engage runaway, homeless, and at‑risk youth and connect them to safety, shelter, and essential resources.

This full‑time, community‑based role blends street outreach with shelter support and is ideal for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working in a variety of environments. You’ll spend much of your time meeting youth where they are—on foot and in agency vehicles—while helping ensure Evergreen’s shelter and Basic Center Program remain safe, responsive, and youth‑centered.

Schedule: Full‑Time, 40 hours per week
Status: Non‑Exempt
Supervisor: Shelter Program Director
Evening and weekend availability is required.

• Conduct street‑based and community outreach to identify and engage youth and young families experiencing homelessness or unsafe situations
• Spend approximately 50% of work hours in the community at known youth gathering locations
• Provide crisis intervention, short‑term support, and guidance to youth in distress
• Distribute basic needs items such as food, hygiene supplies, clothing, and resource information
• Refer youth to shelter, healthcare, education, mental health services, and other community resources
• Collaborate with schools, tribal programs, law enforcement, and community partners to support effective referrals
• Assist with shelter operations as needed, including youth engagement, meals, and maintaining a safe environment
• Track and document outreach contacts and services in required systems
• Maintain outreach inventory and restock supplies
• Report safety concerns or urgent situations to the Shelter Program Director
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and required trainings

• Applicants 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED required (post‑secondary coursework in social services or related field preferred)
• Experience working with youth or vulnerable populations preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfort working in community settings and varied conditions
• Alignment with Evergreen’s mission and commitment to youth‑centered services
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and ability to be insured on the agency auto policy

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
• Successful completion of a Minnesota DHS background study
• Drug and/or alcohol testing as required
• Commitment to confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and Data Privacy laws

Wage: $15.50 – $20.50 per hour (DOQ)
Evergreen also offers a competitive cash benefits package, generous vacation, holiday and sick time, 401(k) match, and flexible scheduling.

Visit www.evergreenyfs.org to apply online
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Submit your cover letter, resume, and application to hr

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled.