Male Client Service Specialist
About The Position
Join Our Team as a Male Client Service Specialist. 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! 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.
Requirements
- Associates Degree in Criminal Justice, Community Organizing, Human Services, Sociology, or a related field - Required
- Valid Driver’s License: Driver's license is required to utilize a company-provided vehicle - Required
- Comfortable working with an all-male youth client population
- Credibility, excellent communication, teamwork, and a genuine passion for youth development
Nice To Haves
- Experience and knowledge working with the juvenile justice system and/or with communities - Preferred
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Collaborate closely with Family Advocates, coordinate programming schedules, assist with summer initiatives, and provide transportation to ensure youth participation.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
