Youth Outreach Worker

Bay State Community Services, Inc.; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 28,488 - 31,133; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Generous Paid Time Off

Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness

Mileage reimbursement

Extensive Training Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Bay State Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Youth Outreach Worker in Braintree, MA to empower young people while engaging in community outreach, mentorship, and resource connection. This role is perfect for energetic individuals who believe in the power of community.

As a Youth Outreach Worker, you will build trusting relationships with youth, collaborate with a passionate team, and help them access necessary resources. The position offers competitive benefits, making a difference in the lives of youth.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED, Associates Degree, or Bachelor’s in Human Services.
• Experience with child/adolescent population in clinical/residential setting preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with youth in the community through outreach and mentorship.
• Build trusting relationships encouraging growth and stability.
• Connect youth with services, programs, and opportunities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentorship

Outreach

Creativity

Compassion

Education

HS Diploma, Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Job description

Overview

Make a Difference. Make Connections. Make Change. Are you passionate about empowering young people and helping them build brighter futures? Do you thrive in fast-paced, community-centered environments where every day brings new opportunities to make a real impact? Bay State Community Services is looking for an Youth Outreach Worker who is ready to jump in, connect with youth, and support meaningful change across our community.

About The Role

As a Youth Outreach Worker, you’ll be on the front lines of engagement—building relationships, offering support, and helping young people access the resources they need to succeed. This is a hands-on, high-energy role perfect for someone who believes in the power of connection and community.

Responsibilities

• Engage with youth in the community through outreach, support, and mentorship
• Build trusting relationships that encourage growth, stability, and positive decision-making
• Connect young people with services, programs, and opportunities
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to youth empowerment
• Bring creativity, compassion, and enthusiasm to every interaction

What You Will Be Doing To Make a Difference

• Engage with youth in the community through outreach, support, and mentorship
• Build trusting relationships that encourage growth, stability, and positive decision-making
• Connect young people with services, programs, and opportunities
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to youth empowerment
• Bring creativity, compassion, and enthusiasm to every interaction

Health, Wellness & Benefits

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
• Eye-Med Vision Benefits
• Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off: 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays including Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days)
• Retirement Plan 403(b) with employer match after the first year
• Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness
• Mileage reimbursement
• Extensive Training Program with Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU\'s for licenses: LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW, LICSW)
• Supervision for Licensure and Specializations
• Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings
• Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices
• Pet Insurance

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED, Associates Degree, or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field
• Experience with the child/adolescent population and experience in clinical/residential setting preferred
• Experience with systems, especially DMH preferred
• Individuals with lived experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Additional languages are desirable
• Computer proficiency
• Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance
• Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program

Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Contact Information
[e-mail]
857-374-5669

Salary Description
$20.68 - 22.60 per hour