Career Specialist

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Diversity Commitment

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) values all types of human diversity. Everyone contributes to the improvement of BSCS and the greater community. We remain committed to raising awareness and joining efforts of justice, equity, and inclusion.

BSCS welcomes equity-minded applicants whose values align with our goal of being culturally humble and able to understand who is not currently being represented. Successful candidates are asked to be engaged in BSCS's dedication to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Bilingual/bicultural and LGBTQ+ applicants are encouraged to apply!

What You Will be Doing to Make a Difference....

• Manage a small caseload of clients who are in search of employment

• Match job responsibilities with clients' skills and experience

• Research internet, newspapers and other resources for job leads for clients

• Develop a working relationship with local employers who are willing to hire our clients

• Teach key vocational/interviewing skills such as resume building, interview preparation, communication etc.

• Attend job fairs and conferences where suitable contacts can be made

• Track each clients individual career tracks and progress

• Provide on-site support for our clients' as they learn navigate the job search process and learn the responsibilities of each role they express

• Learn and demonstrate respect for the roles of other agencies (Sheriff's Department, Parole, Probation, etc.) at your site; our job is to be a resource to these other agencies

• Respect boundaries between treatment and security

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) recognizes the hard work and dedication of our staff and has developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family.

Benefits Begin On Your First Day of Employment

Important Health and Welfare 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

Generous Paid Time Off

35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days)

Additional Benefits

Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)

Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree

Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness

Mileage reimbursement

Extensive Training Program

Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW)

Supervision for Licensure and Specializations

Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings

Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices

Requirements

Qualifications/Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Rehabilitative Counseling, Counseling or Human Services required

• Minimum of 2 years teaching or counseling experience required

• Expected to be familiar with local resources and model pro-social behavior

• 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

Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Bay State Community Services believes diversity, inclusion, and social justice are actions of integrity and respect, and as such Bay State Community Services seeks to operationalize policies, procedures and systems that support a talented, and diverse workforce.