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We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals (including transgender and nonbinary applicants), veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The Youth Advocacy and Engagement Specialist (Case Manager) provides direct, relationship-based support to youth experiencing homelessness within our emergency shelter and transitional housing programs.

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Job Title: Youth Advocacy and Engagement Specialist (Case Manager)Location: Minneapolis Avenues (Onsite) Reports To: Program Manager Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Our MissionAt Avenues for Youth, we partner with youth experiencing homelessness to help them achieve housing stability and build pathways to independence. Through a social justice lens, we provide safe, affirming spaces where young people can define their futures, access resources, and thrive.Position OverviewThe Youth Advocacy and Engagement Specialist (Case Manager) provides direct, relationship-based support to youth experiencing homelessness within our emergency shelter and transitional housing programs. From intake through aftercare, this role partners with youth to help them define their goals, build life skills, and move toward stable, independent living. This position is fully onsite and works closely with youth in a hands-on, supportive environment.ScheduleMonday – Friday, typically 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Schedule may be flexible based on program and youth needsPrimary Responsibilities<ul><li>Build supportive, trusting relationships with youth through consistent engagement and mentorship </li><li>Complete assessments and develop individualized goal plans focused on housing, education, employment, and wellness </li><li>Coach youth on independent living skills, including routines, financial literacy, and daily life management </li><li>Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed </li><li>Coordinate care with internal staff and external partners (mental health providers, schools, community resources, etc.) </li><li>Support youth in transitioning from program services into stable, independent housing </li><li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation in HMIS, including data entry, reporting, and housing referrals </li><li>Model healthy communication, boundaries, and conflict resolution </li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human Services, Education, or related field </li><li>Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and lived/work experience) </li><li>Experience with trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and strengths-based approaches preferred </li><li>Familiarity with HMIS, VI-SPDAT, or similar systems preferred </li><li>Must be at least 24 years of age</li></ul>Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis is an active, onsite role working directly with youth. Responsibilities may include standing, sitting, bending, and lifting up to 40 pounds.Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Pay range: $23.75 – $25.50/hour, depending on qualifications </li><li>We offer health insurance with a strong employer contribution. </li><li>100% employer-paid dental, life, AD&D, and disability coverage </li><li>Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays (including a floating holiday) </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li></ul>Commitment to Equity & InclusionAvenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals (including transgender and nonbinary applicants), veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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This role focuses on building positive relationships, supporting daily routines, and helping youth develop the skills needed for long-term stability and independence. At Avenues for Youth, we partner with youth experiencing homelessness to help them achieve housing stability and build pathways to independence.

Job Title: Youth Support SpecialistLocation: Brooklyn Avenues  (Onsite), Brooklyn Park, MNReports To: Program ManagerStatus: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-ExemptOur MissionAt Avenues for Youth, we partner with youth experiencing homelessness to help them achieve housing stability and build pathways to independence. Through a social justice lens, we provide safe, affirming spaces where young people can define their futures and thrive. Position OverviewThe Youth Support Specialist provides direct support to youth in a structured, safe, and supportive environment. This role focuses on building positive relationships, supporting daily routines, and helping youth develop the skills needed for long-term stability and independence. This is a fully onsite, hands-on role working closely with youth. ScheduleWednesday to Sunday - 7 days on and 7 days off. 10:30 pm-7:30 am  CompensationPay range: $20.77 – $22.50/hour Primary Responsibilities Youth Engagement & Support<ul><li>Build positive, professional relationships with youth</li><li>Provide mentoring and support with routines, meals, and independent living skills</li><li>De-escalate conflicts and maintain a safe environment</li><li>Support youth in developing life skills and daily structure</li><li>Maintain a safe and structured environment</li><li>Complete room checks and follow shift expectations</li><li>Answer phones and manage building access</li><li>Support daily operations and program routines</li><li>Encourage youth participation in chores and community expectations</li></ul> Program Operation<ul><li>Maintain a safe and structured environment</li><li>Complete room checks and follow shift expectations</li><li>Answer phones and manage building access</li><li>Support daily operations and program routines</li><li>Encourage youth participation in chores and community expectations</li></ul>Communication & Documentation<ul><li>Complete documentation accurately and promptly</li><li>Provide clear shift updates to team members </li><li>Maintain professional communication with staff and leadership</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience</li><li>Experience working with youth or in human services preferred</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Must be at least 24 years of age</li></ul>Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis is an onsite role requiring standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Benefits<ul><li>Health insurance available</li><li>Employer-paid dental, life, AD&D, and disability coverage</li><li>Paid time off and holidays</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Staff appreciation events</li></ul>  Commitment to Equity & InclusionAvenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Youth Support Specialist - Overnights Full Time

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Job Title: Youth Support SpecialistLocation: Minneapolis Avenues (Onsite) Reports To: Program Manager Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Our MissionAt Avenues for Youth, we partner with youth experiencing homelessness to help them achieve housing stability and build pathways to independence. Through a social justice lens, we provide safe, affirming spaces where young people can define their futures and thrive.   Position OverviewThe Youth Support Specialist provides direct support to youth in a structured, safe, and supportive environment. This role focuses on building positive relationships, supporting daily routines, and helping youth develop the skills needed for long-term stability and independence. This is a fully onsite, hands-on role working closely with youth.   ScheduleMonday – Friday, 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM   CompensationPay range: $20.77 – $22.50/hour   Primary Responsibilities  Youth Engagement & Support<ul><li>Build positive, professional relationships with youth </li><li>Provide mentoring and support with routines, meals, and independent living skills </li><li>De-escalate conflicts and maintain a safe environment </li><li>Support youth in developing life skills and daily structure </li><li>Maintain a safe and structured environment</li><li>Complete room checks and follow shift expectations</li><li>Answer phones and manage building access</li><li>Support daily operations and program routines</li><li>Encourage youth participation in chores and community expectations</li></ul>  Program Operation<ul><li>Maintain a safe and structured environment</li><li>Complete room checks and follow shift expectations</li><li>Answer phones and manage building access</li><li>Support daily operations and program routines</li><li>Encourage youth participation in chores and community expectations</li></ul> Communication & Documentation<ul><li>Complete documentation accurately and promptly</li><li>Provide clear shift updates to team members </li><li>Maintain professional communication with staff and leadership</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience </li><li>Experience working with youth or in human services preferred </li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment </li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills </li><li>Must be at least 24 years of age </li></ul> Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis is an onsite role requiring standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds.   Benefits<ul><li>Health insurance available </li><li>Employer-paid dental, life, AD&D, and disability coverage </li><li>Paid time off and holidays </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Staff appreciation events </li></ul>    Commitment to Equity & InclusionAvenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Youth Support Specialist- 2nd shift

The Lead Overnight Youth Support Specialist provides leadership and oversight during overnight operations, ensuring the safety, stability, and well-being of youth residents. This role combines direct youth support with staff leadership, coaching, and operational responsibility to ensure smooth and effective overnight shifts.

Job Title: Lead Overnight Youth Support SpecialistLocation: Minneapolis Avenues (Onsite) Reports To: Program Manager Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt Our MissionAt Avenues for Youth, we partner with youth experiencing homelessness to help them achieve housing stability and build pathways to independence. Through a social justice lens, we provide safe, affirming spaces where young people can define their futures and thrive. Position OverviewThe Lead Overnight Youth Support Specialist provides leadership and oversight during overnight operations, ensuring the safety, stability, and well-being of youth residents. This role combines direct youth support with staff leadership, coaching, and operational responsibility to ensure smooth and effective overnight shifts. This is a fully onsite, hands-on role working closely with youth. ScheduleMonday – Friday, 6:00 PM – 4:00 AM Schedule may be flexible based on program needs CompensationPay range: $22.59 – $23.50/hour Primary ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Overnight Operations<ul><li>Ensure a safe, structured, and supportive overnight environment </li><li>Oversee overnight operations including room checks, phones, and shift tasks </li><li>Maintain cleanliness and order of the program space </li><li>Provide coverage when needed to ensure supervision </li></ul>  Youth Engagement & Support<ul><li>Build positive, professional relationships with youth </li><li>Provide mentoring and support with routines, meals, and independent living skills </li><li>De-escalate conflicts and support a safe environment </li><li>Support youth in developing life skills </li></ul>  Staff Support<ul><li>Supervise and support overnight staff </li><li>Provide coaching and guidance during shifts </li><li>Assist with scheduling and coverage needs </li><li>Support onboarding and training </li></ul>  Communication & Documentation<ul><li>Complete documentation accurately and timely </li><li>Provide clear shift updates </li><li>Maintain professional communication </li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience </li><li>2–4 years of relevant experience </li><li>Experience with trauma-informed care and youth work preferred </li><li>Supervisory experience preferred </li><li>Must be at least 24 years of age </li></ul>Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis is an onsite role requiring standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Benefits<ul><li>We offer health insurance with strong employer contribution </li><li>Employer-paid dental, life, AD&D, and disability coverage </li><li>Generous PTO and paid holidays </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Staff appreciation events </li></ul>Commitment to Equity & InclusionAvenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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Job Title: Youth Support SpecialistLocation: Minneapolis Avenues (Onsite)Reports To: Program ManagerStatus: On Call Part time, Hourly, Non-ExemptOur MissionAt Avenues for Youth, we partner with youth experiencing homelessness to help them achieve housing stability and build pathways to independence. Through a social justice lens, we provide safe, affirming spaces where young people can define their futures and thrive. Position OverviewThe Youth Support Specialist provides direct support to youth in a structured, safe, and supportive environment. This role focuses on building positive relationships, supporting daily routines, and helping youth develop the skills needed for long-term stability and independence. This is a fully onsite, hands-on role working closely with youth. ScheduleShifts 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM and 10 pm-7:30 amOn-call roles are required to work at least two shifts per month   CompensationPay range: $20.77 – $22.50/hour Primary Responsibilities Youth Engagement & Support<ul><li>Build positive, professional relationships with youth</li><li>Provide mentoring and support with routines, meals, and independent living skills</li><li>De-escalate conflicts and maintain a safe environment</li><li>Support youth in developing life skills and daily structure</li><li>Maintain a safe and structured environment</li><li>Complete room checks and follow shift expectations</li><li>Answer phones and manage building access</li><li>Support daily operations and program routines</li><li>Encourage youth participation in chores and community expectations</li></ul> Program Operation<ul><li>Maintain a safe and structured environment</li><li>Complete room checks and follow shift expectations</li><li>Answer phones and manage building access</li><li>Support daily operations and program routines</li><li>Encourage youth participation in chores and community expectations</li></ul>Communication & Documentation<ul><li>Complete documentation accurately and promptly</li><li>Provide clear shift updates to team members </li><li>Maintain professional communication with staff and leadership</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience</li><li>Experience working with youth or in human services preferred</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Must be at least 24 years of age</li></ul>Work Environment & Physical RequirementsThis is an onsite role requiring standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Benefits <ul><li>Safe and Sick Time</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Staff appreciation events</li></ul>   Commitment to Equity & InclusionAvenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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