Program Support Specialist - Juvenile Justice

Eliot Community Human Services • Brockton, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Eliot's Juvenile Justice residential program provides court-involved youth, ages 13 to 21, placement while awaiting court proceedings, assessment, or treatment. This highly structured, self-contained program provides comprehensive interventions for juvenile offenders, including fully accredited schools and clinical support with individual and group therapy, staffed by trained professionals. All components are integrated through a Positive Youth Development framework.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work or related field.
• Valid Massachusetts drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution, implementation and coordination of services and activities related to the needs and strengths of each youth.
• Establish relationships with community-based organizations to broaden and sustain and in-depth network of resources to meet the individual needs of youth and families.
• Solicit input from youth about the types of community-based services, resources, and activities that reflect their specific interests and needs.
• Monitor school and clinical appointment attendance.
• Participate in the development and facilitation of the therapeutic psycho-educational & recreational program schedule, including groups.
• Respect the diversity of others by demonstrating and modeling cultural awareness and sensitivity at all times.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with employer match
• Discounted fitness services
• Access to trusted childcare resources
• 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level