Bilingual Drop-In Worker (Temporary)

HomePlate Youth Services Job Opening

POSITION: Bilingual (Spanish & English) Drop-In Worker

PROGRAM: Drop-In Program

REPORTS TO: Drop-In Coordinator

SALARY: $32.80 + $2,500/year bilingual differential

STATUS: Full-Time, Temporary Position, June 2027*

BENEFITS:

• Employer paid medical (90%) and dental benefits for employee (100%) and 50% covered for dependents
• $500 health reimbursement arrangement pro-rated to start date
• Short-term and long-term disability policy
• A 32-hours, 4-day work week
• Starting at 4 weeks (16 days) of PTO per year
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid sabbatical leave
• Professional development opportunities
• A semi-flexible work schedule
• A bilingual differential of $2,500 per year is available for staff who meet the fluency standards as administered by a third party assessor

Temporary Position: This position is funded through multiple funding sources that are currently secured through June 30, 2027. HomePlate is actively pursuing ongoing funding to sustain the position beyond that date; however, continued employment after 6/30/2027, is not guaranteed.

POSITION CLOSES: Open until filled.

ABOUT HOMEPLATE

Established in 2005, HomePlate is a non-profit that offers hot meals, showers, resources, referrals, recreation, and positive interactions with adults. Located in Washington County and serving young people ages 12-24, HomePlate provides approximately one thousand youth each year. Our mission is to support the positive development of young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability through community building, education, access to services and resources, and youth empowerment. HomePlate successfully connects community members and youth at-risk together in order to engage youth towards meeting their education, housing, employment, medical, and other needs. We encourage you to visit our website at www.homeplateyouth.org to learn more about who we are.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Drop-In Worker is a key member of HomePlate's Drop-In team, providing direct, relationship-based support to young people ages 12-24 experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Working in HomePlate's Beaverton and Hillsboro Drop-In Centers, this position helps create a welcoming, low-barrier environment where youth can access basic needs, connect with resources, build relationships with supportive adults, and pursue their own goals.

Under the general supervision of the Drop-In Coordinator, the Drop-In Worker uses a youth-centered, strengths-based approach grounded in the Circle of Courage to build trust and support youth with dignity, respect, and autonomy. The role requires strong relational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively to a wide range of situations. Drop-In Workers monitor the milieu, address concerns proactively, and use appropriate de-escalation and crisis-response strategies when needed. In addition to direct youth engagement, Drop-In Workers contribute to the day-to-day functioning of the program through service navigation, referrals, documentation, data entry, volunteer and intern support, and other program responsibilities. This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with young people while contributing to a collaborative team committed to meeting youth where they are and supporting their movement toward greater stability and connection.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide services during scheduled drop-in hours in Beaverton and Hillsboro

• Monday & Wednesday: 3-5PM, 6-8PM | Beaverton

• Tuesday: Paused hours (historically 2-5PM, may return in the future) | Beaverton

• Thursday: 6-8PM | Hillsboro

• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment

• Provide referrals, basic needs (meals, hygiene, clothing), and service navigation support (SNAP, OHP, Trimet, etc.)

• Conduct shelter & housing assessments and referrals with youth accessing services

• Plan and facilitate activities, outings, and events

• Provide 1:1 support to youth

• Uphold cleanliness and organization standards of our drop-in space

• Support volunteers and interns working in the drop-in space

• Collaborate internally and externally; attend all required internal and external meetings and trainings

• Document services, engage in timely data entry, and maintain databases (HMIS, Airtable, Google)

• Assist with inventory, donations, purchasing, and program logistics

• Translate flyers and other written materials when needed

• Assist Spanish-speaking youth with navigating services and resources

• Other duties as assigned

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday-Thursday, 32 hours/week:

• Mon/Wed: 12:15pm-8:15pm (Beaverton)
• Tues: 9:00am-5:00pm (Beaverton)
• Thurs: 12:15pm-8:15pm (Hillsboro)

Occasional weekends for events; schedule can be flexed.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Experience working with youth, especially those experiencing homelessness or behavioral health challenges (preferred)
• Strong relationship-building skills across diverse communities
• Knowledge of local resources (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and in team settings
• Strong communication, organization, and critical thinking skills
• Comfort in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• Basic computer skills (Google Suite, databases, social media)
• CPR/First Aid certification and Food Handler's card (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Ability to pass background check and lift up to 50 lbs

HomePlate values diversity in its workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, People of color) and/or those with lived experience are encouraged to apply.

LINK TO APPLICATION

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