We value integrity, diversity, advocacy, empowerment, excellence, kindness, and personal growth.
Jackson Street is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Administrative Positions Hiring
Jackson Street Youth Services is celebrating its 20th year serving Oregon communities in the Linn-Benton-Lincoln County region, working tirelessly to end youth homelessness. Our passionate staff and dedicated leadership team consistently deliver cost-effective solutions to our communities.
To apply for this position email a resume, cover letter, and at least 3 references to Ann Craig, Executive Director at ann.craig@jacksonstreet.org
Next Steps Program Positions Hiring
Jackson Street is looking for a motivated professional Next Steps Program Manager to join our diverse and growing organization. The NSPM will lead best practices in transitional housing, work well independently and as a supportive team member, and can balance listening to youth and staff and partners with a focus on successful outcomes for youth.
To apply for this position email a resume, cover letter, and at least 3 references to Kendra Phillips-Neal, Program Director at kendra.phillipsneal@jacksonstreet.org
Outreach Team Positions Hiring
Two open positions will provide wraparound case management services in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. As an Outreach Case Manager you will work closely with the youth and other local agencies to deliver advocacy, skills training, mentoring, and case management to meet goals leading to stability and positive connections in the community. You will maintain a caseload which will rely on efficient skills in documentation and communication. This is a full time position with autonomy in your scheduling but requires flexible hours. Owning a reliable vehicle is required for this position.
To apply for this position email a resume, cover letter, and at least 3 references to Anna Bontrager, Outreach Program Manager at anna.bontrager@jacksonstreet.org
Street Outreach Workers will help us expand services in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties to runaway and homeless youth and young adults. You will have the opportunity to engage vulnerable youth on the street and within outreach centers. You will assist in coordinating a regional outreach team and collaborate with peers and volunteers to locate and connect with youth on the street and in unsafe situations. Together we will meet the needs of these vulnerable youth populations through prevention services, harm reduction, providing resources, and connecting to referrals. Jackson Street is a 24/7/365 organization, this is a full-time position requiring flexible hours. Owning a reliable vehicle is required for this position.
To apply for this position email a resume, cover letter, and at least 3 references to Anna Bontrager, Outreach Program Manager at anna.bontrager@jacksonstreet.org
24/7 Shelter Positions Hiring
Jackson Street is looking for a motivated and professional Lead Shelter Case Manager to join our diverse and growing organization. The LSCM will work well both independently and as a supportive team member to provide consistent best practices for homeless youth with integrity and compassion.
To apply for this position email a resume, cover letter, and at least 3 references to Salvador Maciel, Shelter Manager at salvador.maciel@jacksonstreet.org
“Working as a Youth Advocate at Jackson Street Youth Services is ideal for me as a college student. With classes and other responsibilities during the week, working on the weekend is perfect. Not only can I work a job that more than pays the bills but one that I know also helps a population in need.
Current staff member
To apply for this position email a resume, cover letter, and at least 3 references to Salvador Maciel, Shelter Manager at salvador.maciel@jacksonstreet.org
Student Internships & Practicums
Currently Accepting for Summer 2021
Spring term is full.
Contact: Kendra Phillips-Neal; Program Director
kendra.phillipsneal@jacksonstreet.org, 541-360-0863
Field Supervision provided by Kela Lynn, MSW, LCSW
Internship Opportunities include;
- Street Outreach Program: Work with our Street Team in a 3-county region to provide harm reduction, educational support, and run groups for 10-24 year-olds.
- Emergency and Transitional Shelter Program: First hand experience working directly with Runaway and Homeless Youth, ages 10-17, in need of; skill building, safe and stable housing, mental health support, family mediation, and supportive adults to connect to.
- Transitional Living Program: Work with our Next Steps Team to support 18-20 year-olds in independent living through safe housing, skill building, and case management.
Application Requirements:
- Cover Letter (listing interested term, start and end dates, total hours and hours by week, program area interested in)
- Resume
- Certifications (Copies of Food Handlers, First Aid, CPR, and anything relevant to youth services you may have completed)
- Reference Letter
Process: Panel Interview (currently via Zoom or Google Meets), 2-4 weeks of on-boarding and initial training, immerse in identified project and goals
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