Youth Worker

Overview

Responsible, together with the Program Manager and Site Administrator, for implementing youth programs at the local level.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a site work plan for the program.

• Building relationships with residents, local merchants, courts, police, schools and other community organizations.

• Linking youth with needed services and opportunities in the neighborhood.

• Participating in scheduled trainings, workshops, staff and supervisor meetings.

• Maintaining records and documents, including individual service plans for program participants; sit on various local boards as needed.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience working with urban youth required.

• Experience in program development and implementation preferred.

• Good mediation, facilitation and listening skills.

• Good oral and written English skills.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

• Must have and maintain a current Massachusetts driver's license.

C.O.R.I. & S.O.R.I Check Required.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/CC-8

Hours per week: 35