Relief Youth Advocate – Transform Juvenile Justice

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Wellness & Family Support

Company-paid life insurance

Professional Growth

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc. is seeking Relief Youth Advocates for its Juvenile Justice (JJ) program in Worcester.

The role supports youth ages 13 to 21 who are court-involved and need placement, delivering structured interventions and development opportunities. As a Relief Youth Advocate, you will apply Positive Youth Development and trauma-informed practices, promote diversity acceptance, and mentor youths toward healthy development and decision-making.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience working with population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use principles and practices of Positive Youth Development and trauma informed care to create a safe and therapeutic environment
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity
• Foster the youth’s skills and interests and mentor their positive development.
• Implement program activities that are safe and foster personal growth and healthy choices
• Promote responsible and healthy decision-making among youth
• Implement applicable safety and emergency requirements including use of crisis prevention and de-escalation skills

Skills

Experience working with population

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Eliot Community Human Services, Inc. is seeking Relief Youth Advocates for its Juvenile Justice (JJ) program in Worcester.

The role supports youth ages 13 to 21 who are court-involved and need placement, delivering structured interventions and development opportunities. As a Relief Youth Advocate, you will apply Positive Youth Development and trauma-informed practices, promote diversity acceptance, and mentor youths toward healthy development and decision-making.