Join Our Team!
We seek caring, dedicated, and flexible team members to become a part of our mission-driven organization. Help us create, implement and improve programs to support the most vulnerable members of our community.
Homeworthy* offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including employer-supported health insurance plans (employer pays up to 95% and contributes to a health savings account), optional dental and vision plans, life insurance, short term disability insurance, retirement plan with a 3% employer match, paid time off (starting at 15 days per year), 14 paid holidays (including your birthday!), and additional time off in the summer.
To Apply: Please submit the application materials mentioned in the job description to careers@homeworthy.org with the job title in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Homeworthy is an equal opportunity employer committed to team development and a supportive respectful culture. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
*Formerly Knox County Homeless Coalition
Drop-In Center Coordinator
The Drop-In Center Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the youth who come to the low-barrier, drop-in center. They will be responsible for the smooth and safe running of our Youth Center, coordinating volunteers, accepting and processing donations, planning programming, and conducting outreach in the community. Most importantly, they will cultivate a positive, engaging, and welcoming environment at TLP and make trusting and enduring connections with youth, families, and community members.
The ideal candidate will show strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills, as well as a passion for connecting with young people. The Coordinator will need to communicate clearly with fellow staff and volunteers, exercise good professional judgment and boundaries, and be able to give and follow written and verbal directions. The Drop-In Center Coordinator will be scheduled for 40 hours per week, hours can extend into evenings.
Staff should have at least 2 years of experience working with youth in a professional setting. Staff must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record (applicants must be 21+ years of age and have 1 year of safe driving experience to operate Homeworthy passenger vans). Staff must be proficient in reading and speaking English, able to push and lift 50 pounds.
Background checks are required for final candidates. Valid drivers license required.
Job Type
Full-time
Compensation
$23 - $26 per hour
Drop-In Center Manager
Homeworthy is seeking a Youth Drop-In Center Manager to join us at The Landing Place in our mission to end the cycle of poverty and homelessness in Midcoast Maine! Our ideal candidate will have at least three years of direct service experience with youth, a high proficiency in de-escalating situations and conflicts, and a commitment to embracing a strength-based, trauma-informed approach to youth development.
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Youth Services, this new position of Youth Drop-In Center Manager will oversee the Drop-In Center Coordinators and ensure that the expectations of the drop-in center and afternoon programming are being realized each week. The Drop-In Center Manager will play a key role at The Landing Place, working in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Youth Services, Director of Youth Services, and TLP staff team to plan, coordinate, and facilitate on-site and off-site youth center programming, conduct weekly community outreach efforts, and manage all administrative duties relating to the TLP youth center located at 61 Park Street.
This position requires at least three years of experience working with youth in a professional setting, and a combined five years of education and experience in providing direct services in a social, health, or behavioral health field, OR a current Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C) certificate, as well as a valid Maine driver’s license and clean driving record. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred as is experience in management, group facilitation, and expeditionary/experiential education.
Background checks are required for final candidates. Valid drivers license required.
Job Type
Full-time
Education
B.A. preferred
Compensation
$24 - 28 per hour