Youth Support Advocate - OVERNIGHTS

Kennedy-Donovan Center • Uxbridge, MA

3d • $21 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Support Advocate (YSA) provides direct care, supervision, and support to children residing in an EEC-funded emergency shelter. Working under Program Leadership, this role ensures the safety, well-being, and positive development of children experiencing crisis. This is an ideal opportunity for a compassionate, patient, and energetic professional who is committed to trauma-informed care and making a meaningful impact.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children or vulnerable youth (residential, foster care, emergency settings, or similar)
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and child development
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in crisis situations
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to complete required trainings (CPR, First Aid, SafetyCare)
• Successful completion of background checks per EEC requirements

Nice To Haves

• Staff are not authorized to use physical restraint; safety is maintained through de-escalation and trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, structured, and supportive environment for children in care
• Maintain required staff-to-child ratios in accordance with EEC guidelines
• Build positive, supportive relationships and serve as a role model
• Supervise children at all times to ensure safety and program compliance
• Support activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, meals, and routines
• Facilitate social, recreational, and life skills development
• Complete intake and discharge documentation accurately
• Administer and document medications per agency policy (as applicable)
• Respond effectively to crises, including medical emergencies
• Maintain accurate records and uphold strict confidentiality standards
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development
• Follow all organizational policies and regulatory requirements (EEC, DCF)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care)
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability
• Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry Services
• Musculoskeletal Support Program
• Mileage Reimbursement for Work-Related Travel
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Tuition Remission Opportunities
• Professional Development and Career Growth
• Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• BJ's Wholesale Club Membership Discounts
• Personal Auto and Home Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED