Therapeutic Youth Support

Advocates; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is a nonprofit organization providing in-home therapy, therapeutic mentoring, and in-home behavioral services to children and families. We seek empathetic professionals to join a collaborative treatment team serving youth up to age 21 in homes and communities.

Minimum education is an Associate's Degree with at least one year of experience, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a valid driver's license for client transport. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• High energy level and positive working relationships with coworkers and providers.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to insured vehicle for transport.

Responsibilities

• Engage youth in social, recreational, athletic, and artistic activities in the community and in their homes.
• Participate in all provider team meetings and collaborate with youth, family, and collaterals to support healthy functioning in the community.
• Implement appropriate interventions to support youth and parent/guardian/caregiver.
• Provide member transportation as needed in connection with service delivery.
• Assist in coordinating treatment planning and intensive family therapy.
• Provide coaching to support decision-making in crises and non-crisis situations.
• Attend meetings such as care planning, school, and hospital discharge meetings.
• Provide referrals and linkages to appropriate supports and services.
• Conduct member outreach to engage members and families.
• Evenings and at least one weekend day is a requirement.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Overview

Starting Rate: $20.42/hour

Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday 10:00am-6:00pm with availability at least two nights per week until 8 pm.

Join our team! Advocates is seeking empathetic, compassionate, driven professionals to offer clinical and supportive services to children and families. We support children and families in managing a wide range of challenges through our In Home Therapy, Therapeutic Mentoring, and In Home Behavioral Services programs. Our Therapeutic Youth Support staff work with children and adolescents up to age 21 through activities in homes and in the community. Services include supporting, coaching, and training children in age‑appropriate behaviors, interpersonal communication, problem‑solving and conflict resolution, and relating to other children, adolescents, and adults. You will have the opportunity to be part of a treatment team, to utilize your skills and knowledge, and to learn new strategies. We offer a collaborative team environment, weekly individual supervision, and monthly training and group supervision.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. We’re a nonprofit, mission‑driven organization with a person‑centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated. At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Minimum Education Required

Associate's Degree

Responsibilities

• Engage youth in social, recreational, athletic, and artistic activities in the community and in their homes.
• Participate in all provider team meetings and collaborate with youth, family, and collaterals to support the youth’s healthy functioning in the community.
• Implement appropriate interventions that can assist in supporting the youth and parent/guardian/caregiver.
• Provide member transportation as needed in connection with service delivery.
• Assist in the coordination of treatment planning and intensive family therapy.
• Provide coaching in support of decision making in both crisis and non‑crisis situations.
• Attend necessary meetings, such as care planning, school, and hospital discharge meetings.
• Provide referrals and linkages to appropriate supports and services.
• Conduct member outreach as needed to engage members and families.
• Evenings and at least one weekend day is a requirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree from an accredited institution, counseling or related field required with one year minimum experience working with children/families and adolescents in child development, childhood mental illness, and family issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and providers.
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Candidate must be 21 years of age or older.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.