Transition Facilitator

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network•Framingham, MA

7d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Wayside is one of Massachusetts' most respected youth and family-serving agencies, supporting more than 6,000 youth and families annually across Central, Eastern, and Northeastern regions. This role involves providing case management and related services to DCF and homeless young adults (18-24 year olds) residing in a transitional housing program. The ideal candidate will be a strong guide to young adults, with experience in residential programs or programs for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred, not required.
Bi-lingual capacity extremely preferred.
MAP certified preferred, not required.
Must have at least 1 year experience working with an adolescent or young adult population.
Have at least 1 year experience working with residential or programs for people who have been homeless.
Driving in the community is a requirement of this position; please ensure you have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Interpersonal/ communication skills
Charismatic
Empathic
Dedication
Reliability
Teamwork
Self-awareness

Responsibilities

Coordinate intake assessments for new participants.
Schedule weekly case management meetings with assigned participants.
Develop, implement, and evaluate service/participation plans in collaboration with participants.
Provide individual and group life skills assessment and education/training for participants.
Provide employment assistance, career development and apprentice job matching for identified participants.
Develop, monitor, and evaluate apprenticeship experiences.
Develop and maintain a broad network of community-based support services, including health, employment, education, counseling, self-help, community service, etc.
Provide counseling, crisis intervention, referrals, service linkage and advocacy on behalf of program participants.
Provide appropriate level of monitoring and supervision for program participants.
Provide follow-up services for up to six months to interested former program participants.
Complete all documentation as required.
Participate in all weekly and required agency staff meetings, required agency trainings, supervision with Program Director and assigned meetings in the community.
Assist with the development and implementation of appropriate policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with Wayside Youth and Family Support Network policies and procedures.