Male Client Service Specialist

Male Client Service Specialist New Haven, CT Full Time LYNC Entry Level Join Our Team as a Male Client Service Specialist Meriden, CT 06451

Position:

 Full-Time (35 hours/week) Job #445 $24.17 per hour Are you passionate about empowering youth males and strengthening communities? We're seeking a dynamic, Male Client Service Specialist to be a vital connector and motivator in the lives of young boys. If you thrive in a diverse, collaborative environment and want to create meaningful change, this is your opportunity!

What You'll Do:

As a Male Client Service Specialist, you'll wear two impactful hats:

Resource Connector:

 Act as a bridge to community services by researching, maintaining, and nurturing relationships with grassroots agencies, health providers, and community organizations in the Meriden community. Your efforts will help youth and families access vital resources and support networks.

Intervention Facilitator:

 Lead engaging cognitive-behavioral and psycho-educational groups tailored to youth's needs, such as Girls Circle, Seeking Safety, EMPLOY and Reasoning & Rehabilitation. Your work will foster resilience, positive decision-making, and life skills that set young people up for success. What you'll be doing each day: Build and maintain a comprehensive database of community resources across the catchment area, including mental health, medical, youth programs (young boys), and grassroots organizations. Establish and nurture collaborative relationships with community service providers to facilitate seamless access to resources for youth and families. Serve as a resource and support for Juvenile Probation Officers and other stakeholders seeking information about local community services. Facilitate evidence-based cognitive-behavioral groups such as Girls Circle, Reasoning & Rehabilitation and Seeking Safety for adolescents. Lead groups that teach youth practical skills to manage stress, challenges, and everyday life situations effectively. Engage youth and families with culturally responsive, respectful communication to foster trust and promote meaningful connections. Document community outreach efforts and connections to ensure accurate tracking and follow-up. Promote ethical practices and teamwork, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the organization's mission in all interactions. You'll also collaborate closely with Family Advocates, coordinate programming schedules, assist with summer initiatives, and provide transportation to ensure youth participation. Why Join Us? Make a

Real Impact:

 Help youth navigate challenges and connect with community resources.

Grow Professionally:

 Enjoy opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and leadership development. Be Part of a

Caring Culture:

 Work in a supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and your contributions.

What We're Looking For:

Education & Experience:

 Bachelor's Degree in a related field to the position OR at least 2 years' working with at-risk youth, community-based programs, youth and family services, or related experience Comfortable working with an all-male youth client population

Community Knowledge & Engagement Skills:

 Strong connections within local communities and effective relationship-building abilities.

Personal Qualities:

 Credibility, excellent communication, teamwork, and a genuine passion for youth development.

Valid Driver's License:

 Driver's license is required to utilize a company provided vehicle.

Work Schedule & Locations:

Schedule:

 Monday-Friday, 9:00 am

• 6:00 pm Flexible hours as early as 9:00am and as late at 6:00pm based off client needs (35 hours per week max)

Location:

Meriden Access to a company vehicle Very competitive pay of $24.17 per hour with a generous 1-hour lunch daily!

Benefits:

At , we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits: Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over) Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over) Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time) Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time) Annual monetary incentives Tuition Assistance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match Career Growth Opportunities Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program Employee discounts (cell phone, computer) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid 10

• 20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the

CT Nonprofit Alliance About :

A career at is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At , you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity for this position

REQUIRED

• First Name
• Last Name
• Email Address
• Phone
• Address
• Resume
• Attach resume or Paste resume Do you have a valid driver's license?
• No answer Yes No What's your highest level of education completed?
• No answer GED or Equivalent High School Some College College
• Associates College
• Bachelor of Arts College
• Bachelor of Fine Arts College
• Bachelor of Science College
• Master of Arts College
• Master of Science College
• Master of Fine Arts College
• Master of Business Administration College
• Doctorate Medical Doctor Other Do you have either an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, Community Organizing, Human Services, Sociology, or a related field? OR A minimum of 2 years of experience working with the juvenile justice system and/or communities?
• Are you comfortable working with adolescent males aged 12-18 years old? Please share any experience or comfort level you have working with boys in this age group.
• Are you able to reliably travel to our Meriden, CT office each day for this position?
• If offered the role at the starting salary of $44,000 listed in this job posting, would you accept the position?
• How did you hear about this position? If you were referred by a employee, let us know who! Or have you previously been employed by (Connecticut Junior Republic)?
• Human Check

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