Youth Advocate (Per Diem) - Coastal Emergency Residence

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Description Want a flexible work schedule? Want to make a difference in lives of youth while gaining ample job training and growth opportunities? Then, this is job is for you!!! The Youth Advocate (Per Diem )is responsible for supporting and supervising young people during the daily activities in the Weymouth based Teen Group Home. What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference in the Lives of Teens: - Driving is required - Supervise and maintain the safety of adolescents between the ages of (12-18) in the program - Supports youth with developing daily living skills - Provide per diem shift coverage - Deliver services in a culturally competent manner - Implement as required interventions associated with treatment and service plan goals - Participates in de-escalation and physical interventions of youth when required - Implements and adheres to the behavioral support system of the program - Acts as a positive role model for youth and coworkers, treating them with respect, dignity, understanding and fairness - On the rare occasion due to staffing needs, you may be asked to work your scheduled shift at any of the four residential programs in Quincy, Weymouth, Hingham or Plymouth. Qualifi...