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Mothers for Justice and Equality
Boston, MA (In Person)
$60,320 Salary, Full-Time
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Behavioral Health Specialist Mothers for Justice and Equality - 3.3 Roxbury, MA Job Details Full-time $28 - $30 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Bilingual Interpersonal skills Driver's License Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Working with individuals from underserved communities Full Job Description Full-time and part-time positions available About Us Mothers for Justice and Equality (MJE) is a national nonprofit committed to empowering mothers to eradicate violence in their communities. With a vision of a world where no mother grieves the loss of a child to violence, MJE provides leadership development, advocacy training, and direct support to transform grief into action. Since its founding, MJE has grown into a national movement, with $3.5 million in annual revenue and $5 million in assets, amplifying the voices of those most impacted by violence and systemic inequities. As a Behavioral Health Specialist, you will support a positive, healthy, and safe environment for our clients. We seek a talented professional with strong interpersonal skills to mentor and coach trauma-impacted individuals. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver workshop materials to age-appropriate audiences aged 14-24 for youth and 25+ for adults Provide one-on-one advocacy, information, and referrals to appropriate client resources and services. Provide Trauma Based/ Informed Workshops and Case Management Services. Provide weekly case management and motivational coaching to clients. Complete intakes and safety assessments with clients. Develop and implement safety and action plans with clients. Provide Crisis Intervention. Support Proven-Risk Youth with Internships and Employment Recruit and Enroll clients into MJE programs and services. Develop and implement trauma informed workforce readiness workshops for clients. Responsible for reports and documentation. Handle outreach and coordination of community programs and partnerships. Develop and maintain a positive relationship with community partners and other social service agencies. Qualifications BSW preferred or MSW. Bilingual strongly preferred. At least two years of experience with advocacy, outreach, or case management with low-income, unemployed, or homeless individuals of diverse backgrounds. Experience with crisis intervention regarding issues such as mental health, substance abuse, community violence, and homelessness. Understanding of and commitment to addressing issues the above issues that impact low-income individuals and families residing in distressed communities with high levels of unemployment, trauma, and street violence. Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, traditions, customs, beliefs, and personalities. Proven ability to work independently and on a team creatively, flexibly, and prioritize within a high-demand environment. Strong communication, computer, and organizational skills. Must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record. This position requires a compassionate individual dedicated to supporting families in need. We encourage you to apply if you have a passion for helping others and possess the necessary skills! Compensation & Benefits $28 to $30/hour - Full-time and part-time positions available Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities. Why Join Our Team? Unlimited coffee and snacks! Work with a diverse group of people! Annual staff outings! 12 paid Holidays! Wellness Workshops! Delicious complimentary pop-up lunches! Schedule Monday to Friday Full-time and part-time positions available In-person position Ability to Commute/Relocate Primarily Roxbury, MA - some commute to our Hyde Park as needed How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and commitment to MJE's mission. Benefits Health insurance Dental Insurance Employee assistance program Generous Paid time off 401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible Schedule Racial Equity Research suggests that qualified women and Black, Indigenous people of color may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals with the skills necessary to thrive at MJE to apply for this role. Constituent leadership is central to the mission of Mothers for Justice and Equality and is highlighted in our current strategic plan. As such, we're seeking to more fully represent our community and constituencies, particularly Black and other marginalized people in Boston and nationally, to amplify those voices and provide an opportunity for our constituency to participate in the overall direction and leadership of the organization. As such, we actively encourage candidates from broadly diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds to apply. Mothers for Justice and Equality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.