People of color, men, persons with disabilities, persons with lived expereince in homelessness, veterans, formerly incarcerated, non- binary, transgender, and other LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Title: Child and Youth Specialist 

Reports to: Licensed Mental Health Professional

Location: 3320 Idaho Ave. NW – The Brooks

Schedule: Hours flexible between 7 am – 7 pm, and some holidays and weekends

Classification: Exempt

Friendship Place is a nonprofit organization, serving the Washington, DC region. We empower individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness to rebuild their lives with the involvement of the community. Friendship Place offers the most effective model for addressing homelessness, with innovative, customized programs that have positive, demonstrable results and a lasting impact on the community and beyond. Our programs are person-centric and individualized to meet the needs and goals of individuals, families, youth/young adults and Veterans experiencing homelessness. We provide outreach, hospitality, health care, case management, housing, job placement services, and advocacy. We are committed to living out our core values both within our organization and in the community.