Youth Development Specialist - Community Based Outreach; CBO

Status and Rate

• Posted:
  October 10, 2025
• Full-Time
• Rate: $23 USD per hour

Hilo, HI 96720, USA

Position Title:

Youth Development Specialist - Community Based Outreach (CBO)

Department:
Family Intervention Services – Community Based Residential Services/Safe Place

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Date:
September 2024

General Statement: The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual regeneration of all people.

Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by love for God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Unit Mission Statement: To provide youth with skills for a healthy life, and instill purpose, hope and vision to youth and their families.

Job Summary: The Youth Development Specialist (YDS) for the Community Based Outreach services (CBO) is a non-exempt full‑time regular position. CBO provides services to at‑risk youth in the community, including intake/assessment, crisis intervention, outreach, case management, counseling, group activities, referrals and follow‑up services. The YDS delivers these services under supervision of the Safe Place Coordinator.

• Provide community‑based outreach services to at‑risk youth in schools, family settings and community; connect youth and families to resources and services; assess community needs and resources.
• Provide crisis intervention services to youth and families.
• Perform intake/assessment, develop service plans, and provide appropriate services to youth and families.
• Implement group activities for youth clients focused on life‑skills training (problem solving, career/employment development, decision‑making, communication skills, etc.).
• Provide case management services and assist youth and families to utilize community resources.
• Utilize a risk‑focused prevention approach and provide appropriate prevention/intervention services using a Youth Development Strategy.
• Monitor youth’s progress in school, community, work and home.
• Serve as role model and mentor to youth and families.
• Provide individual and family counseling as indicated, emphasizing family preservation.
• Maintain case records for each client, documenting referral reasons, assessment, service plan and services provided.
• Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly/annual reports on activities/counseling or services.
• Attend all staff meetings, training, conferences, workshops as requested or scheduled.
• Maintain professional worker/client/staff relationships.
• Be available during after hours and weekends to respond to crisis situations as needed.
• Support the Safe Spaces initiative, provide services for youth referred by the community, and educate the community and youth about Safe Place.
• Provide case management and/or follow‑up care for youth in emergency shelter placement or leaving placement as needed.
• Provide transportation for clients as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential

Qualifications:

• BA degree in human service or related field and one‑year job‑related experience; OR A.S. degree in Human Services or related field with three years job‑related experience; OR one year experience as Program Assistant with FIS programming; OR combination of education and experience to meet position requirements.
• Valid TB clearance and pre‑employment medical clearance.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• DHS FBI/Criminal History & CAN, and Salvation Army background clearances.
• MVR records check, must meet Authorized Driving standards of the Salvation Army.

Required Licenses &

Certifications:

• TB clearance certificate.
• Driver's License.

Preferred Education: Bachelor’s or better in Human Services or related field.

Preferred Experience: Refer to Essential Qualifications.

• Willing to accept and implement The Salvation Army philosophy.
• Sound judgment, dependability, understanding, firmness, caring, organized, high energy.
• Liaison with and knowledge of public service agencies…