Youth and Family Specialist II

Job Title: Youth and Family Specialist

Pay Rate: $54,443 - $60,784 per year

The Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URM) Youth and Family Specialist II provides culturally sensitive intensive case management, outreach and direct service to Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Program's youth in coordination with schools, therapists, lawyers, court personnel, the public and intra‑agency collaborators. The specialist acts as the primary advocate for the child, initiating creative approaches to service delivery and activities that help the youth achieve their potential, working toward connection with a permanent resource and a long‑term life plan.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field with two years of post‑graduate direct service delivery experience and skills assessing and treating at‑risk children and families; or expertise with individuals with developmental disabilities and co‑occurring challenges.
• Minimum LSWA certification or eligibility to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• 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 are desirable.
• Open to new ideas and desire to grow professionally; flexibility in thinking and scheduling.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Independent, sound clinical judgment and decision‑making regarding the best interest of children and families.

Please note: Candidates must successfully complete all required background checks before employment starts.

Benefits:

• High quality and affordable health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Full‑service Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off that increases with tenure and holidays for work‑life balance.
• Workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Location: Worcester, MA. The position requires frequent travel throughout Massachusetts and New England; it is in‑person with potential for a hybrid schedule.