Youth Worker

Job description

Overview Responsible, together with the Program Manager and Site Administrator, for implementing youth programs at the local level. Responsibilities: - Developing and implementing a site work plan for the program. - Building relationships with residents, local merchants, courts, police, schools, and other community organizations. - Linking youth with needed services and opportunities in the neighborhood. - Participating in scheduled trainings, workshops, staff and supervisor meetings. - Maintaining records and documents, including individual service plans for program participants; sit on various local boards as needed. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Entrance Qualifications: C.O.R.I. & S.O.R.I Check Required. BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED. Terms: Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/CC-8 Hours per week: 35 - Two (2) years of experience working with urban youth required. - Experience in program development and implementation preferred. - Good mediation, facilitation, and listening skills. - Good oral and written English skills. - Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. - Must have and maintain a current Massachusetts driver's license.