Careers
Thank you for your interest in employment with Identity. Identity’s reputation for providing high-quality programs and services begins with its employees, who form an outstanding bilingual team with the expertise to carry out Identity’s mission of serving Latino and other diverse youth and families with excellence.
We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. In addition, we offer a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid holidays and generous paid time off. As an added benefit, Identity offers several opportunities for professional training.
Identity is an equal opportunity employer.
Current Openings
Area Outreach Specialist- Part Time
Identity is looking to hire Area Outreach Specialists part-time (15 hrs. a week) in the following communities and zip codes:
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Long branch (20903)
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Carroll Ave (20903)
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Northwest Park (20903)
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Lockwood (20901)
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Silver Spring (20906, 20904,20902)
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Quebec Terrace (20903)
The Area Outreach Specialist will act as a vital link between the community and Identity, serving as a liaison to ensure open communication and collaboration. This role is a part -time and involves providing regular updates on community needs, challenges, and events while offering service recommendations tailored to those needs.
Working closely with the Community Engagement Case Manager Coordinator, the Specialist will participate and develop and propose outreach strategies, activities, and programs aimed at engaging and recruiting marginalized and underserved youth and their families. These youth may be at risk of gang involvement, substance abuse, incarceration, teen pregnancy, or dropping out of school.
In addition, the Specialist will actively promote Youth Opportunity Center programming within the community, fostering awareness and participation.
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
To apply: please send resume and cover letter to Program Manager, Maria Solares at Msolares@identity-youth.org and with the subject line: AOS-DYOC-YOUR LAST NAME
Case Manager- Full Time
Identity has an opportunity for a full-time bilingual (English and Spanish) Case Manager at the Seneca Valley High School-Based Health & Wellness Center.
Services provided by the Case Manager will include completing needs assessments, follow-up surveys, and action plans, providing support and expertise to families of youth through service planning, referrals, follow-up and ongoing support and mentoring. Also assists in planning and implementing parent meetings.
Qualifications and Preferred Experience:
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Experience serving a highly diverse student and family population.
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Strong cultural competence aligned with the communities served at this Wellness Center.
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Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply; Spanish, French, or Portuguese language skills are particularly valuable.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, and school-based partners.
Compensation: $21.44 per hour
To apply: please send resume and cover letter to Program Manager, Cinia Galdames at Cgaldames@identity-youth.org with the subject line: CM-SVHS-YOUR LAST NAME
English as a Second Language (ESOL) Instructor - Part Time
The ESOL Instructor will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, trauma-informed English language instruction tailored to meet the unique needs of immigrant and first-generation youth. Instruction will focus on practical English skills for everyday living, education, and workforce readiness, while building confidence and promoting community integration.
Opportunity available at the following locations:
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UPCOUNTY OPPORTUNITY CENTER (our Headquarters Office) in Gaithersburg, MD
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DOWN COUNTY OPPORTUNITY CENTER in Takoma Park, MD
Compensation: $27.00 per hour
To apply: please send resume and cover letter
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DYOC: Program Manager, Maria Solares at Msolares@identity-youth.org with the subject line: DYOC ESOL INSTRUCTOR -YOUR LAST NAME
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UYO: UYOC Program Manager, Kenia Hernandez at Kehernandez@identity-youth.org with the subject line: UYO ESOL INSTRUCTOR -YOUR LAST NAME
Evaluation Manager - Full Time
The Evaluation Manager is key to supporting Identity’s organization-wide evaluation activities. Under the supervision of the Evaluation and Quality Control Senior Manager, this position collaborates with program staff across Identity to assist in designing, coordinating, and implementing evaluation practices. The Evaluation Manager contributes to the overall effectiveness of Identity’s monitoring and evaluation system, ensures quality and consistency in data collection, and supports the organization’s capacity to use data for continuous improvement.
Compensation: $62,000 Annual Salary
To apply: please send resume and cover letter Senior Evaluation Manager, Belen Fernandez at Bfernandez@identity-youth.org with the subject line: EM-YOUR LAST NAME
Intensive Case Manager - Full Time
Identity’s Intensive Case Managers (ICMs) are part of a dynamic, culturally responsive team that delivers wraparound services to clients and families facing significant barriers to stability.
ICMs co-develop personalized Action Plans with clients, addressing multiple domains such as housing, health, education, employment, and legal status. These plans reflect each client’s goals, values, and lived experiences. ICMs maintain consistent engagement, offering advocacy, emotional support, and system navigation to help clients achieve long-term integration and self-sufficiency.
Compensation: $23.56 per hour
To apply: please send resume and cover letter to Program Manager, Maria Fe Lizarzaburu at Mfelizarzaburu@identity-youth.org with the subject line: ICMs -YOUR LAST NAME
Payroll and Finance Specialist - Full Time
Responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of year-round payroll for the Organization. The work allocation is 65% dedicated to payroll-related tasks and 35% to other assigned duties. Calculates employee compensation, review accuracy of timecards, update internal payroll databases, maintain the payroll work calendar, and conduct company-wide training for all employees. Review and reconcile quarterly and yearly multi-state tax reports. Performs transactional and routine bookkeeping and other accounting responsibilities related to payroll. Works in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and work well under pressure. Responsibilities include the following tasks: clerical and technical such as verifying, reviewing, and reconciling reports; and posting and documenting financial transactions. Serve as a liaison to internal departments, providing guidance, building working relationships, and helping to resolve issues and perform other duties as assigned.
Compensation: $52,000 - $62,000 Annual Salary
To apply: please send resume and cover letter to, Controller, Tatiana Murillo at Tmurillo@identity-youth.org with the subject line: PFS-YOUR LAST NAME
SUD Senior Community Outreach Specialist /Case Manager -Full Time
Identity’s Substance Use Prevention/Intervention Team is expanding to serve youth and families throughout all Montgomery County, MD. Identity is seeking a full-time, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Prevention/Intervention Senior Community Outreach Specialist/Case Manager (Case Manager) to join our Substance Use Prevention/Intervention Program. This team member will be responsible for the outreach, recruitment, retention, and connection of youth and families with SUD treatment appropriate to their needs.
Compensation: $26.44 per hour
To apply: please send resume and cover letter to Program Director, Nora Morales, at Nmorales@identity-youth.org with the subject line: SUD SCOP/CM-YOUR LAST NAME.
Workforce Development Specialist - Full Time
At Identity, we believe every adult deserves the chance to reach their full potential and achieve economic stability. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Workforce Development Specialist to join our team and walk alongside adults in our community as they build skills, gain confidence, and access meaningful employment opportunities.
Compensation: $22.60 per hour
To apply: please send resume and cover letter to Program Manager, Daniela Torrico at Dtorrico@identity-youth.org with the subject line: WFDS-YOUR LAST NAME
Youth Development Specialist - Bridge to Wellness -Full Time
The Youth Development Specialist is a key member of the Identity, Inc. team, dedicated to advancing the social- emotional development, mental wellness, and overall resilience of youth. Grounded in the Positive Youth Development (PYD) framework,
this role delivers both individual and group-based services that are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and rooted in the lived experiences of the students and their communities. Through creative, engaging, and relationship-centered approaches, the specialist helps young people strengthen protective factors, build life skills, and develop a strong sense of self and belonging.
By honoring youth identities and amplifying their strengths, the Youth Development Specialist empowers students to navigate challenges, foster meaningful connections, and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
2 opportunities available at the following location:
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Richard Montgomery High School
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Magruder High School
Compensation: $21.63 per hour
To apply: please send resume and cover letter to Senior Program Manager, Tanya Sanchez at Tsanchez@identity-youth.org with the subject line: YDS-BTW -YOUR LAST NAME - SPECIFY THE SCHOOL LOCATION.