Outreach Youth Support Staff
Company: Cocoon House
Location: Everett
Posted on: March 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: At Cocoon House, we empower young people, families,
and communities in Snohomish County to break the cycle of
homelessness through outreach, housing, and prevention. The
Outreach Youth Support Staff, internally referred to as the
Outreach Youth Counselor provides a safe and supportive environment
for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness at our youth
drop-in center, U-Turn - promoting positive interactions, providing
life skills, social skills and enrichment activities. The Outreach
Youth Counselor provides needed information and referrals, linkages
to needed services, and crisis intervention. This role has a focus
on reducing involvement in youth violence; increasing youths’
abilities to access services to become more self-sufficient; and
increasing supports in youths’ lives. The ideal candidate will have
a passion for working with youth, knowledge of best practices in
youth development, and a desire to make a positive difference in
their lives. Cocoon House is committed to continually growing in
our equity, diversity, and inclusion journey, and candidates with
lived experience or who identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQ are strongly
encouraged to apply! We will also provide reasonable accommodation
to qualified persons with disabilities upon request. Outreach Youth
Counselor Duties & Responsibilities: Part-Time (20-25 hours a week)
| On-site in Everett Must have availability Fridays 1pm-7pm and
Saturdays 9:30am-1:30 pm Additional shifts that need coverage
(dependent on scheduling needs): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Starting Wages: $21.50-23.50/hr depending on shift | $1.50/hr pay
differential for multi-lingual skills with additional paperwork
Meet youths’ basic needs while building positive relationships with
the youth to establish trust and support. Link youth to other
Cocoon House programs including Advocates and Navigators for case
management services. Conduct stationary outreach at Cocoon House
U-turn Drop-In Resource Center to ensure all youth are aware of
other Cocoon House services. Cook and clean as scheduled and
complete organizational or event planning projects as assigned by
U-Turn Program Manager Support of all volunteers and community
partners. Collect and track data on services received throughout
the shift and complete weekly data requirements to assist U-Turn
Program. Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision health options with
employer contribution* 403(b) retirement plan with agency match* 21
days PTO accrual in first year* 10 agency-recognized holidays
Multilingual pay differential opportunities Paid training &
testing: CPR/first aid, food handler's permit, blood borne
pathogens, abuse awareness, TB testing, and additional in-depth
practical trainings * Benefits available for qualifying part-time
and full-time employee statuses Requirements: Skills needed to be
successful in this role: At least 6 months of paid or volunteer
experience with at risk youth or enrolled in a human services
program. Ability to diffuse escalated youth. Ability to record and
document information on forms as required for case planning and CPS
reporting. Familiarity with local services and how to access them.
Ability to assess situations and gather pertinent information.
Ability to assess dangerous situations and access emergency
services. Ability to relate with youth and staff. Ability to
maintain boundaries with youth. Must have the ability to work
independently and as part of a team. Ability to assess and
prioritize youths’ needs developmentally. Be able to assess
emergencies and get proper support. Acceptance of a variety of
lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural and spiritual practices.
Commitment to Agency’s mission and positive youth development
model. General: High school diploma/GED or high school equivalency
Must be 21 years of age or older 6 months minimum of experience
working with youth Must attend weekly team meeting and weekly
supervision DCYF background clearance Acceptable driver's abstract
with no more than 2 violations within last 3 years Possess a valid
driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
Physical: Ability to effectively communicate with all internal and
external clients Be able to hear voices and alarms. Ability to read
and comprehend a variety of materials Ability to operate phone,
computer, and record information for files and logs Must be able to
lift up to 50 Ibs Must have ability to run up and down indoor and
outdoor stairwells in case of youth emergency. Go up and down
stairs Compensation details: 21.5-23.5 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Cocoon House, Everett , Outreach Youth Support Staff, Social Services , Everett, Washington
