Youth outreach workers work with disconnected youth (12-24 years old) who are homeless, runaway, or high-risk.  Workers help connect the youth with needed services such as shelter, food, clothing, health care, employment, parenting classes, training, counseling, support groups, and alternative schools. Advocates provide case management and follow-up services at an individualized pace. May also offer assistance in preparing and filing CHINS petitions for emancipation of minors.