Full-Time Youth Advocate (Temporary, Summer position)

Full-Time Youth Advocate (Temporary, Summer position) Bay State Community Services Inc - 3.5 Weymouth, MA Job Details Temporary | Seasonal | Full-time $19 - $20 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Mileage reimbursement Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Employee discount 403(b) Loan forgiveness Pet insurance Qualifications CPI Certification De-escalation techniques High school diploma or GED Crisis intervention plan implementation First aid and

CPR Full Job Description Description:

Bay State Community Services is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Full-Time Youth Advocate (Temporary, Summer) to join our Coastal Emergency Residence team. This temporary summer position provides direct care and supervision to youth residing in a short-term residential program. Youth Advocates play a vital role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment while helping youth develop the skills needed to achieve their personal goals. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in behavioral health, psychology, social work, criminal justice, education, or human services who are looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience working with adolescents. If you're passionate about supporting young people and are looking for a rewarding summer opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference... Provide direct supervision and support to youth in a residential setting. Foster a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. Build positive, trusting relationships with youth through mentorship and engagement. Assist youth with daily living skills, routines, and recreational activities. Support youth in achieving individualized treatment and behavioral goals. Exceptional Benefits!!!

BEGINS ON YOUR FIRST DAY OF WORK!

!! Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance Eye-Med Vision Benefits Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Tax Deferred Retiremen Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment) Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account Employee Assistance Program Paid Benefits First year: 35 Days Paid Time Off -Increased vacation with tenure Pet Insurance Employee discounts Mileage Reimbursement Stipends for on-call Qualified employer for student loan forgiveness Tuition Assistance Extensive Training Programs including Certification(s) in Evidence Based Practices Supervision for licensure requirements

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED required 1 year experience working with adolescents is preferred (not required) Residential experience preferred Experience with systems (e.g.

DMH, DCF

) preferred Additional languages desirable, though not required Able to learn, carry out and be certified in CPI physical interventions, and de-escalation techniques Able to learn, carry out and be certified in CPR and first aid 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.

Contact Information:

857-374-5669