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Empower the future by joining our movement as a Youth Advocate! Be the catalyst for positive change, championing the voices of the next generation. Together, let's create a world where the dreams and aspirations of young minds are not just heard but celebrated. Your passion and commitment can make a difference - become a Youth Advocate and inspire a brighter tomorrow!
This is an amazing opportunity for individuals who are interested in helping youths, but do not have extensive experience in social services. On site training will be provided.
What you will be doing to make a difference:
- Spending time with and supervising 9 youths in a small home like environment
- Providing support and encouragement to youths
- Planning and participating in activities such as hiking, field trips, shopping that assists youths in learning life skills
- Assist youths with their service goals including homework help, coping skills and behavior management
- Acting as a positive role model to support youths' wellbeing
Important Health and Wellbeing Benefits - BENEFITS BEGIN FIRST DAY OF WORK
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
- Eye-Med Vision Benefits
- Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
- Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
- 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days)
Additional Benefits
- Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)
- Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree
- Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness
- Mileage Reimbursement
Extensive Training Program
- Two-Week Orientation, Training, and Shadowing
- Weekly Group Supervision
- Weekly Individual Supervision
- Daily Mentoring and Support
- Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings
- Opportunities for Certification in Evidence-Based Practices
Requirements
The desire to work with youth
Valid MA driver's license with acceptable driving record
Additional Experience welcomed . . .
Experience working with youth
Education: Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Child Development, or Teaching
Residential Experience
Bay State Community Services (BSCS) is fully committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice. We provide an environment that is free from harassment of any kind, an environment of mutual respect, where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We firmly believe that diversity and inclusion, and social justice is an action, and as such seek to operationalize policies, procedures, and systems, that support a talented, and diverse workforce.
