Unaccompanied Refugee Minor - Youth and Family Specialist

Unaccompanied Refugee Minor – Youth and Family Specialist

Job Title: Youth and Family Specialist

Pay Rate: $51,196 per year

Position Overview: The Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URM) Youth and Family Specialist provides culturally sensitive intensive case management, outreach, and direct service to URM Program’s youth in coordination and cooperation with systems including school personnel, educational teams, therapists, lawyers, court personnel, the general public, and intra‑agency collaborators. The URM Youth and Family Specialist is the primary advocate for the child, initiating creative approaches to service delivery and activities that help the youth achieve their potential and work toward a permanent resource and long‑term life plan.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related field with 1 year of experience and LSW licensure eligibility
• Ability to work within the mission of the agency
• Significant experience working with children with social, emotional, or physical problems; mediation and conflict resolution skills helpful
• Open to new ideas and desire to grow professionally; flexibility in thinking and scheduling
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Ability to utilize independent sound clinical judgement and decision making with regard to the best interest of children and families

Why Join Us: We prioritize our employees’ wellbeing with a comprehensive benefits package, for those who qualify, and a supportive workplace culture where all are encouraged and empowered to drive change, make a difference, and enjoy life outside of work.

Benefits:

• High quality/affordable health, dental, and vision insurance to support your overall wellness
• Flexible Spending Account to help manage eligible expenses
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Full-service Employee Assistance Program with many free and accessible services and supports
• Generous tuition reimbursement to invest in your professional growth and development
• Paid time off which increases as your tenure grows and holidays for work-life balance
• Workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, where all voices are heard and respected

Location: Waltham, MA; requires frequent travel (reimbursed) throughout Massachusetts; position is in person with potential for a hybrid schedule and occasional travel throughout New England.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other