Youth & Family Support Specialist — Behavioral Health

Wayside Youth; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network in Lowell is hiring a Youth & Family Support Worker for our community program. You will provide therapeutic interventions to youth and families, promoting skills in social functioning, coping, and daily living.

Requirements include a High School Diploma with 5 years' direct experience, or an Associate/Bachelor's in a related field with fewer years. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 5 years experience working with children, youth, and/or families.
• Associate Degree with 3 years experience in related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year of direct experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally informed therapeutic interventions to youth and families.
• Collaborate with team to ensure continuity in treatment and services.
• Offer mentoring, counseling and help with accessing concrete services.
• Attend meetings as requested by youth and family.

Skills

Talent connecting with people

Strong communication skills

Ability to assess and manage risk

Flexibility and creative thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Social Work or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network in Lowell is hiring a Youth & Family Support Worker for our community program. You will provide therapeutic interventions to youth and families, promoting skills in social functioning, coping, and daily living.

Requirements include a High School Diploma with 5 years' direct experience, or an Associate/Bachelor's in a related field with fewer years. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.