Eliot Community Human Services

Youth Advocate I - Juvenile Justice

Eliot Community Human Services  •  Worcester, MA (Onsite)  •  28 days ago
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Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

  • Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
  • Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
  • Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
  • Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking compassionate, service-oriented Youth Advocate I to work in a staff-secure setting for court-involved youth, ages 13 to 21 within our Juvenile Justice residential network. This position offers a unique opportunity to positively impact a youth’s life by providing patient, supportive care and mentorship.

The role is multifaceted, encompassing advocacy, skill building, care coordination, education and role modeling. You will work as part of a dedicated team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth. This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of professionals inspiring positive change in the youth we serve.

Responsibilities:

  • Use principles and practices of youth development and trauma informed care to create a safe and therapeutic environment
  • Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity
  • Foster the youth’s skills and interests and mentor their positive development.
  • Implement program activities that are safe and foster personal growth and healthy choices
  • Promote responsible and healthy decision-making among youth
  • Implement applicable safety and emergency requirements including use of crisis prevention and de-escalation skills

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or related experience
  • Experience working with youth
  • Valid Massachusetts drivers license

Schedule:


  • 7am-3pm, Wednesday-Sunday (Monday/Tuesday off)
  • 7am-3pm, Friday-Tuesday (Wednesday/ Thursday off)
  • 3pm-11pm, Thursday-Monday (Tuesday/Wednesday off)

Hourly Rate $20.65$20.65 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.

Eliot Community Human Services

About Eliot Community Human Services

For over 70 years, Eliot has been providing hope, healing and opportunity to Massachusetts' children, youth, families, and adults. Eliot's health and human services programming is evidence-based and measurement-driven, positively impacting the lives of 60,000 families and individuals throughout the Commonwealth. Using a person-centered, community-oriented approach, Eliot partners directly with the populations it serves. Integrated program design applies expertise across the agency to provide the highest standard of quality care to clients, their families, and the community, ensuring there is no wrong door to accessing imperative services.

Our Services

With more than 2,500 employees, Eliot provides a comprehensive and diverse spectrum of community based services for individuals and families of all ages in the areas of mental and behavioral health, developmental disabilities and acquired brain injury, childhood early intervention, care and counseling coordination, and youth and family programming. Eliot applies a proprietary transdiagnostic model and collaborative framework to produce expedient, effective and lasting outcomes for clients.

Employees of Eliot receive generous benefits, including:

-401K with Employer Match

-75% Healthcare Premiums Paid

-Dental and Vision Offered

-Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

-Up to 4 weeks vacation per year

-$3000 Tuition Reimbursement

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Lexington, MA
Year Founded
Unknown
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