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JJ Youth Advocate Coordinator

Eliot Community Human Services
Brockton, MA, US
$20,58 an hour
Full-time

$3000 Sign On Bonus

Eliot’s juvenile justice programming includes a residential network for youth ages 13 to 21 who are court-involved and need placement while awaiting return to court, assessment, or longer-term treatment.

These highly structured, self-contained programs offer a comprehensive intervention for juvenile offenders.

Eliot's secure program is currently seeking a Youth Advocate Coordinator to provide daily coordination of direct-care staff and youth in executing the plan of the day.

Physical and Mental Demands : Frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting to carry out job responsibilities.

Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle as needed. Ability to work a flexible work schedule contingent upon program needs.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with periods of high stress. Ability to physically carry out Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques.

Responsibilities :

  • Daily coordination of direct-care staff and youth in executing the plan of the day inaccordance with program, DYS, DEEC and ECHS policies and procedures.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans of youth.
  • Promote a team approach with staff and youth
  • Assist youth with identifying interests and goals.
  • Develop a positive program environment for the youth and staff.
  • Attend weekly supervisors' meetings, staff / shift change meetings and facilitate weekly team meetings .
  • Assign and / or facilitate daily groups.
  • Submit timely, complete, legible and accurate documentation as required.
  • Safely transport residents to activities, appointments, school, work, and visits.
  • Conduct documented supervision of assigned staff.
  • Serve as an advocate and role model for assigned youth.
  • Ensure safety and security of the program including security checks.
  • Conduct and submit staff supervisions and performance evaluations in a timely fashion.
  • Assist with crisis management and use CPI skills.
  • Participate in the hiring and training of new program staff.
  • Assist with the development of program and staff schedules. Ensure that all documentation is completed by the end of shift in accordance with regulatory and ECHS policy and procedures.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field completed
  • Must be over 21 years of age
  • Valid MA state driver's license
  • Supervisory experience is preferred!

Schedule : Sunday-Wednesday OR Wednesday-Saturday 7am-5pm; Sunday-Wednesday OR Wednesday-Saturday 1pm-11pm; Sunday-Wednesday OR Wednesday-Saturday 11pm-9am Pay Rate : $20.58 hourly

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