Youth Worker

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Job description

Overview:
This is a provisional appointment.

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

Responsible, together with the Program Manager and Site Administrator for implementing youth programs at the local level.

Responsibilities:
Including the following: 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:
Two (2) years 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.

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