JJ Program Support Specialist
Eliot Community Human Services
- Brockton, MA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support the execution, implementation and coordination of appropriate services and activities related to the needs and strengths of each youth as identified in his/her case management plan. Ensure all paperwork is forwarded to appropriate personnel/departments at the main office.
- Establish relationships with community-based organizations to broaden and sustain an in-depth network of resources to meet the individual needs of youth and families
- Assist is facilitating the advocate system and ensure expectations are being met.
- Solicit input from youth about the types of community-based services, resources, and activities that reflect their specific interests and needs.
- Monitor school and clinical appointment attendance; enter related data into JJEMS.
- Participate in the development and facilitation of the Therapeutic Psycho-educational & Recreational Program Schedule
- Ensure the youths are free from neglect and abuse. Follow all mandated reporting polices
- Respect the diversity of others by demonstrating and modeling cultural awareness and sensitivity at all times.
- Must meet the age requirement of 21-years old or older.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work and for the transportation of youth and families to and from appointments and activities a needed.
- BA / BS degree with 2 years or more of experience working with youth in a healthcare, non-profit, community-based or similar/related setting required.