Adolescent Recovery Advocate (Evenings) – $3k Bonus

Spectrum Health Systems; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance/add.s

Company-paid life insurance/employee e

Generous paid time off accrual

Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment

401k with company match up to 7%

Discounts on services/entertainment

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems in Methuen, MA is hiring a Recovery Specialist I for the Breakwater Adolescent Male Program. The role supports youth in a therapeutic community using trauma-informed care and CBT, with evening shifts and a $3,000 bonus.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, crisis intervention, transporting youth, and mentoring within the advocate system. Requires experience with at-risk youths and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with at-risk adolescent males.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and staff.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment for residents.
• Following program policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Modeling professionalism, responsibility, and respectful interactions with youth.
• Assisting with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure resident safety.
• Transporting youth to school, work, appointments, and recreational activities.
• Serving as a youth advocate by providing guidance, support, and goal-focused mentorship through the advocate system.

Skills

Experience with at-risk youths

Professional communication

Listening and problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Spectrum Health Systems in Methuen, MA is hiring a Recovery Specialist I for the Breakwater Adolescent Male Program. The role supports youth in a therapeutic community using trauma-informed care and CBT, with evening shifts and a $3,000 bonus.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, crisis intervention, transporting youth, and mentoring within the advocate system. Requires experience with at-risk youths and a high school diploma.