Youth Advocate Coastal Emergency Residence

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Advocate to provide direct support and guidance to youth facing challenges with their mental and behavioral health. The Youth Advocate will work collaboratively with youth, staff, and other collaterals to ensure access to safety, promote resilience, and help youth achieve their goals.

Full-time

• Driving is required
• Supervise and maintain the safety of adolescents between the ages of 12‑18 in the program
• Support youth in developing daily living and interpersonal skills
• Deliver services in a culturally competent manner
• Implement interventions associated with treatment and service plan goals as required
• Participate in de‑escalation and physical interventions of youth when required
• Act as a positive role model for youth and coworkers, treating them with respect, dignity, understanding, and fairness

• Sunday 8a‑4p, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday 4p‑12a
• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Sunday 4p‑12a and Monday 8a‑4p
• Monday and Thursday 8a‑4p, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday 4p‑12a

• 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
• Pet Insurance

• 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays, and 8 Sick Days)

• 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

• 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

• Desire to work with youth
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Experience working with youth (12‑18) in a residential/group care setting

• Education or degree in Psychology, Social Work, Child Development, or Teaching

Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, 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.

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$20‑21 per hour