Native American Connections, Inc.
Outreach and Engagement Specialist (HB Phoenix)
Native American Connections, Inc., Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Position:
Outreach and Engagement Specialist (HB Phoenix)
Location:
Phoenix
Job Id:
468
# of Openings:
1
Join Our Team at Native American Connections!
Who We Are: Native American Connections (NAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families through affordable housing, behavioral health, and community development services. For over 50 years, we have proudly served Native American and underserved communities in the Phoenix area with culturally competent, trauma-informed care grounded in respect and tradition.
Our Mission: Our mission, grounded in traditional Native American culture, is to reduce health disparities by delivering high‑quality, comprehensive integrated healthcare and providing stable housing throughout the communities we serve.
Why Work With Us? When you join NAC, you're not just taking a job — you're becoming part of a movement. A movement that values cultural identity, honors resilience, and believes in the power of community. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to healing generational trauma, strengthening families, and building vibrant futures.
What We Do:
Behavioral Health Services: Culturally responsive treatment for mental health and substance use disorders including outpatient therapy, residential programs, and youth services.
Affordable Housing: Safe, stable, and supportive housing options — from transitional housing to permanent low‑income housing.
Community Development: Revitalizing neighborhoods and preserving Native heritage through community-based projects and education.
Our Values: Health & Wellness | Quality | Accountability | Growth | Interconnectedness/Belonging | Community
Now Hiring: We are seeking compassionate, mission‑driven individuals to join our growing team across various departments including clinical services, housing support, youth engagement, and administrative leadership. If you’re passionate about social change, cultural advocacy, and serving diverse communities with dignity and care — NAC is the place for you.
Location: Phoenix, Arizona | ️ 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Apply Today & Make a Difference Tomorrow: Visit https://www.nativeconnections.org/careers-at-nac/ to view open positions and join our circle of care.
Outreach and Engagement Specialist Schedule/Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Location: 931 E Devonshire, Phx AZ 85014
POSITION SUMMARY: The Street Outreach and Engagement Specialist will work collaboratively with the HomeBase Youth Services team to build working relationships and identify areas of street outreach to engage homeless youth ages 18‑24 for NAC services. Working closely with Case Managers and teamed with a Street Outreach Driver, the Street Outreach and Engagement Specialist will seek out and engage homeless youth ages 18‑24 to potentially transport clients to a HomeBase Youth Shelter Drop‑in Center (day visit) and connect clients to resources both within the organization and externally in the community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare outreach van with needed materials and supplies each day including pamphlets, hygiene or first aid supplies, water bottles, food/snacks.
Identify and proactively coordinate with NAC partners to locate areas where homeless youth may be gathering.
Establish relationships and trust with homeless youth, share the array of services NAC and other available youth services offer, and offer NAC’s HomeBase Drop‑in Centers as safe harbor and transport youth who choose to go to the Drop‑in Center.
Maintain a confidential log of outreach activity for monthly reports.
Return youth to their origin point at the end of their Drop‑in stay.
Create, implement, and modify outreach and engagement strategies with the HomeBase team.
Help monitor Drop‑in Center clients while on property.
Assist with other duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
High school diploma or GED.
WORK EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENT:
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age with one year of street outreach and engagement or similar experience.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Obtain a fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of hire.
Have strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, and clients.
Understand and practice ethical boundaries and cultural sensitivities needed to work with a diverse population experiencing hardship.
Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem‑solving, and organizational and time management skills.
Preference for a working knowledge of homeless population and community resources.
NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE: Preference is given to qualified Native American Applicants in accordance with the Indian Preference Act. If claiming a preference, a copy of valid documentation will be necessary.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: Native American Connections is a drug-free workplace with safety-sensitive jobs. Use of alcohol and legal or illegal drugs may impair and alter employees' judgement resulting in increased safety risks, workplace injuries, and faulty decision making. Reporting to work at NAC after use of alcohol, a controlled substance, or abuse of any other substance is absolutely prohibited.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT: This position is considered to be Exempt for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws. Non-Exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per workweek.
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Outreach and Engagement Specialist (HB Phoenix)
Location:
Phoenix
Job Id:
468
# of Openings:
1
Join Our Team at Native American Connections!
Who We Are: Native American Connections (NAC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families through affordable housing, behavioral health, and community development services. For over 50 years, we have proudly served Native American and underserved communities in the Phoenix area with culturally competent, trauma-informed care grounded in respect and tradition.
Our Mission: Our mission, grounded in traditional Native American culture, is to reduce health disparities by delivering high‑quality, comprehensive integrated healthcare and providing stable housing throughout the communities we serve.
Why Work With Us? When you join NAC, you're not just taking a job — you're becoming part of a movement. A movement that values cultural identity, honors resilience, and believes in the power of community. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to healing generational trauma, strengthening families, and building vibrant futures.
What We Do:
Behavioral Health Services: Culturally responsive treatment for mental health and substance use disorders including outpatient therapy, residential programs, and youth services.
Affordable Housing: Safe, stable, and supportive housing options — from transitional housing to permanent low‑income housing.
Community Development: Revitalizing neighborhoods and preserving Native heritage through community-based projects and education.
Our Values: Health & Wellness | Quality | Accountability | Growth | Interconnectedness/Belonging | Community
Now Hiring: We are seeking compassionate, mission‑driven individuals to join our growing team across various departments including clinical services, housing support, youth engagement, and administrative leadership. If you’re passionate about social change, cultural advocacy, and serving diverse communities with dignity and care — NAC is the place for you.
Location: Phoenix, Arizona | ️ 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Apply Today & Make a Difference Tomorrow: Visit https://www.nativeconnections.org/careers-at-nac/ to view open positions and join our circle of care.
Outreach and Engagement Specialist Schedule/Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Location: 931 E Devonshire, Phx AZ 85014
POSITION SUMMARY: The Street Outreach and Engagement Specialist will work collaboratively with the HomeBase Youth Services team to build working relationships and identify areas of street outreach to engage homeless youth ages 18‑24 for NAC services. Working closely with Case Managers and teamed with a Street Outreach Driver, the Street Outreach and Engagement Specialist will seek out and engage homeless youth ages 18‑24 to potentially transport clients to a HomeBase Youth Shelter Drop‑in Center (day visit) and connect clients to resources both within the organization and externally in the community.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare outreach van with needed materials and supplies each day including pamphlets, hygiene or first aid supplies, water bottles, food/snacks.
Identify and proactively coordinate with NAC partners to locate areas where homeless youth may be gathering.
Establish relationships and trust with homeless youth, share the array of services NAC and other available youth services offer, and offer NAC’s HomeBase Drop‑in Centers as safe harbor and transport youth who choose to go to the Drop‑in Center.
Maintain a confidential log of outreach activity for monthly reports.
Return youth to their origin point at the end of their Drop‑in stay.
Create, implement, and modify outreach and engagement strategies with the HomeBase team.
Help monitor Drop‑in Center clients while on property.
Assist with other duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
High school diploma or GED.
WORK EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENT:
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age with one year of street outreach and engagement or similar experience.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Obtain a fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of hire.
Have strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, and clients.
Understand and practice ethical boundaries and cultural sensitivities needed to work with a diverse population experiencing hardship.
Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem‑solving, and organizational and time management skills.
Preference for a working knowledge of homeless population and community resources.
NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE: Preference is given to qualified Native American Applicants in accordance with the Indian Preference Act. If claiming a preference, a copy of valid documentation will be necessary.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: Native American Connections is a drug-free workplace with safety-sensitive jobs. Use of alcohol and legal or illegal drugs may impair and alter employees' judgement resulting in increased safety risks, workplace injuries, and faulty decision making. Reporting to work at NAC after use of alcohol, a controlled substance, or abuse of any other substance is absolutely prohibited.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT: This position is considered to be Exempt for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws. Non-Exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per workweek.
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