Youth Advocate - Plymouth Emergency Residence

New Hire Sign On Bonus up to $2,000!!! Bay State Community Services is committed to making a lasting impact in the lives of youth seeking guidance and care during tough times in their lives. We are looking for dedicated youth advocates to champion the rights, voices, and well-being of youth we care for in the Plymouth area. Together, let's pave the way for a brighter future, where every young person is valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact on the world.

Responsibilities

• Drive as required
• Engage with and supervise nine youth in a structured, home-like setting, maintaining a steady and reliable presence
• Provide firm, supportive guidance that builds confidence and encourages positive growth
• Plan and lead activities—such as hiking, field outings, and recreational challenges—that help youth develop practical life skills
• Coach youth toward their service goals, including homework support, coping strategies, and consistent behavior management
• Serve as a strong, positive role model who reinforces accountability and supports overall wellbeing

Schedule

Schedule Options:

• Sun 8-4p and Wed-Sat 3-11p
• Sun 3-11p and Wed-Fri 3p-11p and Sat 8-4p
• Sun 3-11p, and Wed, Thur and Sat 3-11p and Fri 8-4p

Benefits

Important Health and Wellbeing Benefits Begin First Day of Work

• 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

Paid Time Off

• 35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days)

Additional Benefits

• Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)
• Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree
• Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness
• Mileage Reimbursement

Extensive Training Program

• Two-Week Orientation, Training, and Shadowing
• Weekly Group Supervision
• Weekly Individual Supervision
• Daily Mentoring and Support
• Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings
• Opportunities for Certification in Evidence-Based Practices

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1 year experience working with adolescents is preferred (not required)
• Residential experience preferred
• Experience with systems (e.g. DMH, DCF) preferred
• Additional languages desirable, though not required
• Able to learn, carry out and be certified in CPI physical interventions, and de-escalation techniques
• Able to learn, carry out and be certified in CPR and first aid

Pay

$20-21 per hour