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Impact Life

Outreach Specialist

Georgetown, DE

Outreach Specialist Location: Sussex County, Delaware Position Type: Full-Time Department: Sussex Outreach About the Role Impact Life is seeking an engaging and compassionate Outreach Specialist to ...

Impact Life

Outreach Specialist

Seaford, DE · On-site

Outreach Specialist Location: Sussex County, Delaware Position Type: Full-Time Department: Sussex Outreach About the Role Impact Life is seeking an engaging and compassionate Outreach Specialist to ...

Impact Life

Outreach Specialist

Georgetown, DE · On-site

Outreach Specialist Location: Sussex County, Delaware Position Type: Full-Time Department: Sussex Outreach About the Role Impact Life is seeking an engaging and compassionate Outreach Specialist to ...

Impact Life

Outreach Specialist

Georgetown, DE · On-site

Outreach Specialist Location: Sussex County, Delaware Position Type: Full-Time Department: Sussex Outreach About the Role Impact Life is seeking an engaging and compassionate Outreach Specialist to ...

Impact Life

Outreach Specialist

Seaford, DE · On-site

Outreach Specialist Location: Sussex County, Delaware Position Type: Full-Time Department: Sussex Outreach About the Role Impact Life is seeking an engaging and compassionate Outreach Specialist to ...

AmeriCorps

2026-27 NGP Consumer Services Outreach Specialist VISTA The NW VISTA project strengthens financial security, housing stability, and health outcomes for low- and moderate-income Delaware residents.

CHEER, Inc.

Food Van Driver - PT

Georgetown, DE

$15/hr

Responsible for informing Outreach Worker, Center Director, or main office when homebound client is not home to accept a meal. c. Responsible for the timely return of unused meals to the main office.

Impact Life

Certified Community Health Worker

Dover, DE · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

The Community Health Worker conducts outreach, provides health education, assists with healthcare appointments and referrals, addresses social determinants of health, conducts follow-up, and helps ...

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How much do outreach worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for outreach worker in Delaware is $20.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an outreach worker?

An outreach worker provides support and access to resources for struggling individuals in the community. Their duties involve interviewing clients, connecting them with local services and counselors, and helping them overcome personal issues. These social services professionals often work with vulnerable groups, including the homeless, runaway children, juvenile offenders, and victims of physical or emotional abuse. Most outreach workers are employed by government agencies or non-profits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an outreach worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Outreach Worker, you need a background in social work or human services, familiarity with community resources, and often a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Knowledge of case management software, client tracking systems, and sometimes crisis intervention certifications are commonly required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build trust are vital for engaging diverse and vulnerable populations. These competencies are essential for effectively connecting clients to resources, advocating for their needs, and achieving positive community outcomes.

What are some common challenges outreach workers face when engaging with underserved communities, and how can they overcome them?

Outreach Workers often encounter challenges such as building trust with individuals who may be wary of external assistance, navigating cultural or language barriers, and managing large caseloads with limited resources. To overcome these challenges, it’s important to approach each interaction with empathy, actively listen to community members, and collaborate closely with local organizations and support networks. Regular training in cultural competency and communication skills can also be invaluable, ensuring Outreach Workers can effectively connect with and support the people they serve.
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Infographic showing various Outreach Worker job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 70% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 28% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,530 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Outreach Worker

BRANDYWINE COUNSELING & COMMUNITY SERVICES INC

Milford, DE • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description

Who are We:

Since 1985 Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) has been a trusted provider of outstanding substance abuse and behavioral health treatment. BCCS is a community organization that prides itself on helping members of our community recover with dignity. We enhance the quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Prevention, Early Intervention and Treatment Services. We promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental illness, substance abuse, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges.


What You'll Do with Us as an Outreach Worker:

  • The Outreach Worker II is primarily responsible for providing assistance to displaced and unhoused community members in Kent and Sussex County.
  • The Outreach Worker II is part of a team who engages in on-site outreach programming at the Milford and Hopes and Dreams Site, street-based outreach programming, encampment outreach programming, conducts screening, provides internal and external referrals, and provides ongoing case management.
  • BCCS Outreach programs offer an array of support and resources, including anonymous needle exchange services, free HIV and HCV testing and counseling, pregnancy testing, overdose prevention counseling, information related to reducing risk, referrals to drug treatment, health care, and social services, and access to basic needs such as clothing, showers, and laundry services.
  • The Outreach Worker II acts as a liaison between the clients and services, assisting the clients with treatment entry and navigating the steps necessary to successfully link clients to helping professionals.
  • The Outreach Worker II is responsible for providing quality, sufficient and appropriate outreach services and for maintaining high professional standards. Outreach Workers are often our client's first impression of BCCS. Therefore, Outreach Workers are expected to maintain professional standards. The Outreach Worker must be conscious of this responsibility and expectation at all times. BCCS core values should be exemplified in an outreach worker's professional conduct, attitude, and approach.

Requirements

Schedule:

  • Monday - Friday
  • 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.


Qualifications:

  • REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED
  • REQUIRED: Valid driver's license with 2 points or less
  • REQUIRED: Must be a Peer. BCCS employs a diverse workforce, and we especially encourage applications from those who are in recovery. This position requires that the candidate chosen for it is a peer. BCCS defines a peer as anyone who is in recovery from addiction to drugs or alcohol.
  • PREFERRED: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS). If you are not certified, certification is required within the first year of employment.


Pay:

  • Starting at $17/hour
  • Commensurate based on experience, education, and certification!


The compensation package for this position includes:

  • Group medical, dental and vision coverage with low employee costs
  • 34 paid days off annually
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%!
  • Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Opportunity for advancement

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