Youth Education & Vocational Specialist (PACT-Y)

Community Counseling of Bristol County; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Counseling of Bristol County (CCBC) in Brockton, MA is seeking an Educational/Vocational Specialist for the PACT‑Y program. This entry‑level role supports youth in educational and employment goals within a community‑based, in‑home setting.

The position partners with schools and a multi‑disciplinary team to provide guidance, job readiness training, and coordinated care, while offering opportunities for supervision and growth within a non‑profit mental health center.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience working with children, youth and families.
• Driver’s license required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and seek guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of educational and vocational services.
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support treatment, educational and vocational goals.
• Teach and assist with job-seeking efforts such as resume writing and interview skills.
• Assist youth in identifying vocational and educational strengths and goals, as well as mental health symptoms that impact the ability to work and learn.
• Provide training to other team members to help them integrate interventions and support vocational/educational goals.
• Make appropriate referrals for testing, benefits or other areas included in the treatment plan.
• Coordinate care with the family, team, providers and DMH.
• Complete required documentation per program guidelines.

Skills

Youth mental health

Driver's license

Organizational skills

Verbal and written skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, education

Job description

Community Counseling of Bristol County (CCBC) in Brockton, MA is seeking an Educational/Vocational Specialist for the PACT‑Y program. This entry‑level role supports youth in educational and employment goals within a community‑based, in‑home setting.

The position partners with schools and a multi‑disciplinary team to provide guidance, job readiness training, and coordinated care, while offering opportunities for supervision and growth within a non‑profit mental health center.