Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Who You Are: Compassionate Listener: You offer empathy without judgment, creating a safe space for young people to share their stories and struggles.Reliable Advocate: You are committed to showing up consistently, buildi…
Skills: Case management, Empathy, Advocacy, Active listening, Crisis intervention
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Who You Are: Experienced: You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and/or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.Compassionate Lis…
Skills: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Advocacy, Trauma-Informed Care, Positive Youth Development
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Why Join Us: Make a Profound Impact: Witness firsthand the transformative power of your support and guidance.Thrive in a Supportive Team: Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are celebr…
Skills: Relationship building, Collaborative problem-solving, Case management, Harm reduction, Positive youth development
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Who You Are: Experienced: You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and/or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.Compassionate Lis…
Skills: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Informed Care, Positive Youth Development, Advocacy
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Who You Are: Outgoing and creative: You are compelling story-teller and make meaningful connections.Compassionate: You offer empathy without judgment, listen effectively, and create a safe space for young people to share…
Skills: Outreach, Training facilitation, Public speaking, Social media management, Data documentation
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
A person in this position must be able to perform with or without accommodation the essential functions of this job including any physical requirements associated with this role. While performing the duties of this job, …
Skills: Youth support, Crisis intervention, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Adaptability
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Who You Are: Experienced: You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and/or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.Compassionate Lis…
Skills: Mentoring, Case management, Advocacy, Crisis intervention, Substance abuse support
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Who You Are: Supportive: You agree to center the youth experience, build trust, and follow through on your investment to the young people that we serve.Compassionate: You offer empathy without judgment, listen effectivel…
Skills: Mentoring, Case management, Advocacy, Documentation, Trauma-informed care
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
Who You Are: Experienced: You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and/or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.Compassionate Lis…
Skills: Peer support, Case management, Advocacy, Crisis intervention, Recovery support
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Provide compassionate support and advocacy to young people facing challenges related to substance use, mental health, and homelessness. Build trusting relationships with youth while facilitating their growth and well-being through consistent engagement.
Candidates must possess lived experience with substance use, mental health, or homelessness to effectively support the youth population. A commitment to equity, continuous learning, and reliable advocacy is essential for this role.
Who You Are:
Why Join Us:
Any candidate deemed viable for this position based on resources and resume submission will be contacted to participate in a screen interview to discuss interest and job compatibility. Of those screened, advancing candidates will be asked to participate in a subsequent interview or interviews to evaluate job qualifications and interest further. From this process, a hiring selection will be made. New Avenues for Youth is an equal opportunity employer.
New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
New Avenues is an innovative, influential social services agency that works in partnership with the Portland area community to provide homeless, foster-care, and at-risk youth of all backgrounds with the resources and skills needed to lead healthy, productive lives. At New Avenues, everyone is youth centered and collaboratively work together to accomplish our mission. We are a diverse non-profit organization serving this community for over 23 years. At New Avenues, we seek dynamic, spirited individuals looking to contribute to the success of these amazing youth people. Being part of our team offers a rewarding experience where your contributions have impact. Our approachable and supportive management team is focused on providing you with the tools and autonomy to thrive, while gaining invaluable social services background. Our Commitment to Equity… Back in 2015, New Avenues for Youth embarked on an unending initiative to consistently advance equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Today, we are a more curious and consciously aware band of employees invested in the ongoing practice of learning from multiple perspectives and lived experiences. We firmly believe equity is an ongoing commitment without closure; in taking risks, we will learn from our mistakes. We are an organization committed to listening to each other and those that we serve, to always strive for transparency, to remain humble, and to resist the urge to simplify or silence hard truths. We make these commitments because we believe in social justice and the inherent human dignity of each individual.
Offices: 1220 SW Columbia, Portland, OR 97201, US · 314 SW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205, US
New Avenues is an innovative, influential social services agency that works in partnership with the Portland area community to provide homeless, foster-care, and at-risk youth of all backgrounds with the resources and skills needed to lead healthy, productive lives. At New Avenues, everyone is youth centered and collaboratively work together to accomplish our mission. We are a diverse non-profit organization serving this community for over 23 years. At New Avenues, we seek dynamic, spirited individuals looking to contribute to the success of these amazing youth people. Being part of our team offers a rewarding experience where your contributions have impact. Our approachable and supportive management team is focused on providing you with the tools and autonomy to thrive, while gaining invaluable social services background. Our Commitment to Equity… Back in 2015, New Avenues for Youth embarked on an unending initiative to consistently advance equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Today, we are a more curious and consciously aware band of employees invested in the ongoing practice of learning from multiple perspectives and lived experiences. We firmly believe equity is an ongoing commitment without closure; in taking risks, we will learn from our mistakes. We are an organization committed to listening to each other and those that we serve, to always strive for transparency, to remain humble, and to resist the urge to simplify or silence hard truths. We make these commitments because we believe in social justice and the inherent human dignity of each individual.
Offices: 1220 SW Columbia, Portland, OR 97201, US · 314 SW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205, US
