Community Outreach Worker - Youth and Family Support

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

We Hire for HEART!

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network is seeking an Outreach Worker to provide strength-based support to children and families in community settings. You will teach social skills, coordinate transportation, and work with clinical staff to ensure coordinated care.

The role requires a high school diploma, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, and a valid driver’s license. You’ll join a mission-driven team with a focus on compassionate, accessible behavioral health services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Experience with children and families preferred.
• Lived experience with mental illness or disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strength-based, one-to-one activities to identified child or youth.
• Teach social skills and anger management to youth.
• Provide transportation to address care coordination needs.
• Support families in accessing crisis intervention services.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to coordinate care.
• Document daily interactions related to treatment goals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Community-based service

Diversity awareness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Behavioral Health Network is seeking an Outreach Worker to provide strength-based support to children and families in community settings. You will teach social skills, coordinate transportation, and work with clinical staff to ensure coordinated care.

The role requires a high school diploma, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, and a valid driver’s license. You’ll join a mission-driven team with a focus on compassionate, accessible behavioral health services.