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Outreach Specialist

Block by Block

Detroit, MIJob$28.85/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$28.85/hr
Location
Detroit, MI
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Block by Block employs Outreach Ambassadors to improve public spaces by engaging homeless individuals, directing them to services, providing comfort items, and completing reports. The role requires outgoing, friendly candidates who can work outdoors, ride a bike for eight‑hour shifts, and have at least one year of community outreach experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

English CommunicationBike Riding AbilityPhysical Stamina for Outdoor WorkCommunity Outreach

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAssociates DegreeOne Year Community Outreach or Social Services ExperienceMust Be 18+

Benefits

Medical Insurance

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Outreach Specialist

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Detroit, Michigan, United States

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Benefits

We are proud to offer the following benefits:

  • Insurance: Medical with available FSA and/or HSA, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Critical Illness, and Accident.

  • Paid time off: Vacation, Sick Time and/or PTO (Only where required by local requirements and contract agreements), Paid Leave (only where required by law), Holidays (only where required by contract agreement), Floating Holidays (only where required by contract agreement), Birthday Pay (eligible after one year of service at most locations unless otherwise stated in CBA), Jury Duty (only where required by law).

  • Bonuses: Availability of bonuses varies and is dependent on multiple factors including but not limited to: location, position and contract agreements. Employee Recognition Awards, Employee Referral Bonus Program (select positions only), Bonus Program (Operations Manager, RVP, and executive positions only).

  • Other: 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Vehicle Allowance (only available for specific corporate positions, based on location and position).

Salary Range

$28.85-$28.85

Job Description

Job Title: Outreach Ambassador

Pay Range: $28.85 to $28.85 per hour (Weekly Pay & Pay Advance Before Pay Day!)

Shift/Schedule:

  • Weekend availability REQUIRED

Who We Are :

At Block by Block, we employ Ambassadors to make public spaces better by making them friendlier, safer, and cleaner for the communities we serve.

If you're outgoing and friendly, and enjoy working outside and meeting new people, we have just the job for you - Outreach Ambassador. This is also a great opportunity for community workers, retirees, and veterans.

What You'll Be Doing :

  • Frequently canvass the zone to interact with and seek out the homeless/unhoused on the streets to build relationships of trust with a "compassion first" approach.

  • Direct those in public spaces to services or more suitable locations.

  • Have a strong understanding of the variety of social services available to persons in need within their community, and suggest the right services to those who are ready to help themselves. Direct them to services and agencies to meet their needs.

  • Respond when merchants or visitors request engagement with someone who may be in need to help de-escalate and redirect their activities.

  • Establish relationships with agencies that are in place to respond to the needs of the homeless. Strive toward a cooperative effort to make a positive impact on the unsheltered in your zone.

  • Provide small comfort items, such as water, toiletries, or other similar items.

  • Must be able to complete basic daily reports of tasks completed, which requires being proficient in speaking, reading and writing the English language.

What's In It For You:

  • Weekly Pay

  • Pay Advance -- Get a pay advance before payday with Rapid Pay

  • Great benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Free uniforms for all weather conditions.

  • Employee Assistance and our Employee Cares Program (disaster & tragedy assistance fund)

  • A fun work culture and a lot more!

Check Out Our Day In the Life Video :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7cI2vB9Y4k

Block by Block is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED required. Associates degree preferred.

  • One year of community outreach or social services experience required.

  • Must have the physical capacity to ride a bike continuously during an eight-hour shift, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch break

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

  • Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions (free uniforms provided)

  • Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in order to create basic reports.

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