Our YouthConnect program is designed to address the unique needs of at-risk and high-risk urban youth referred to the program. Social workers assist in improving the youth’s overall behaviors and performance in school, home, and community. Using our four-tier service model, social workers develop and provide appropriate intervention and treatment strategies, including referrals to community-based agencies, clinical case management, individual and family therapy, parental guidance, and advocacy.

The primary responsibility is to serve as a resource within the Club, providing various short-term social services and referrals to members and their families. This position will provide services at two locations. At designated Clubs, Social Workers may also oversee, coordinate and supervise the Inclusion Program/Staff, Junior Staff Program, and/or the Young Leader Program.

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Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)

MSW is required at hire, and LCSW is to be obtained and maintained within six months of employment required.

Three years pre- or post- Masters experience working with youth and families.

Knowledge of social service issues, trends, and resources.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

MS Office and web competency preferred.

Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ability to travel between two locations

Flexibility to work clubhouse hours, especially as seasons and service needs change.

A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required.

Health & Wellness For 30+ hour/week eligible employees

Medical Coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

BGCB pays for up to 80% of the monthly premiums

Dental Coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

BGCB pays for approximately 80% of the monthly premiums

Vision Coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield 20/20 Blue Program

Short Term Disability

BGCB pays 100% of the benefit-cost

Long Term Disability

BGCB pays 100% of the benefit-cost

Basic Life Insurance

BGCB pays 100% of the benefit-cost; benefit provides up to 2 times the base salary, up to a maximum use of $250,000

Essential Accidental Death & Dismemberment

100% paid by BGCB

Employee Assistance Plan

Confidential EAP program is available to both full and part-time staff. Support, guidance, and resources are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. No cost to BGCB employees.

Paid time off for preventative medical screening

4 hours for full-time employees; 2 hours for part-time employees

Flexible Spending Accounts (20+ hour/week Employees Eligible) administered by Benefit Strategies

Pre-tax deductions for personal savings accounts for qualified expenses; medical and dependent care, and commuter expense deductions available

Retirement & Savings

403(b) retirement savings plan through Fidelity Investments with agency contributions. All employees are eligible for pretax payroll deductions.

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