Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

To strengthen our team, the Youth Services Specialist (YSS) will implement a wide array of MassHire Merrimack Valley Workforce Board (MMVWB) programs available for area youth. Our YSS builds excellent relations with partners and employers to maximize the effectiveness and value of youth programs. The YSS works with our area youth to help them identify a career path that fits with available jobs in our region with good wages, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. We work to create the youth of today and tomorrow through successful placement, advocacy, and training. Will you be part of this exciting and dynamic team and mission?

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Career counseling

Develop, facilitate, and present workshops

Case management

Establish and maintain community and employer relations

Facilitate work opportunities for youth

Record keeping and data entry

Flexible workweek during high activity periods
  


A degree in Human Services, or a related field plus at least four years of experience working with youth and disadvantaged
groups(a combination of education and experience could suffice).

Must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions and make appropriate decisions to meet specified goals. Previous experience in workshop facilitation is a plus.

Must have own transportation and be willing to travel throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts / travel reimbursement included.

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Computer proficiency including Excel, database entry and reporting.

Favorable CORI/background check.

This is a partial job description.  Please contact our recruiter for details.

How To Apply

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