Temporary Youth Outreach Worker - IHBTC

Bay State Community Services Inc • Braintree, MA

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About The Position

As a Youth Outreach Worker, you’ll be on the front lines of engagement—building relationships, offering support, and helping young people access the resources they need to succeed. This is a hands-on, high-energy role perfect for someone who believes in the power of connection and community.

This is a temporary position with potential for permenant placement within agency after the term has ended. This is ideal for someone looking to gain experience, contribute to meaningful work, or explore a future career in youth services.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED, Associates Degree, or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field
• Experience with the child/adolescent population and experience in clinical/residential setting preferred
• Experience with systems, especially DMH preferred
• Individuals with lived experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Additional languages are desirable
• Computer proficiency
• Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance
• Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program

Responsibilities

• Engage with youth in the community through outreach, support, and mentorship
• Build trusting relationships that encourage growth, stability, and positive decision-making
• Connect young people with services, programs, and opportunities
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to youth empowerment
• Bring creativity, compassion, and enthusiasm to every interaction

Benefits

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
• Eye-Med Vision Benefits
• Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays including Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days)
• Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)
• Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness
• Mileage reimbursement
• Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW)
• Supervision for Licensure and Specializations
• Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees