Youth Services Specialist

MASSHIRE MERRIMACK VALLEY WORKFORCE BOARD

POSITION TITLE:      Youth Services Specialist
 
REPORTS TO:           Youth Programs Manager
 
JOB GRADE:             3 (35 Hours per Week)
 
HIRING RANGE:                                 $50k - $60k
 
 
BENEFITS:  We offer an excellent work-life balance with generous time off and benefits:
* A friendly, team-oriented environment                   * Health, dental and retirement benefits
* Hybrid & flexible work schedule                            * Agency issued equipment
* Modern office setting                                             * Tuition assistance
* Vacation, sick, holiday, and personal time             * Work-related expenses
 
POSITION SUMMARY
To strengthen our team, the Youth Services Specialist (YSS) will implement a wide array of MassHire Merrimack Valley Workforce Board (MMVWB) programs available for area youth. Our YSS builds excellent relations with partners and employers to maximize the effectiveness and value of youth programs. The YSS works with our area youth to help them identify a career path that fits with available jobs in our region with good wages, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. We work to create the youth of today and tomorrow through successful placement, advocacy, and training. Will you be part of this exciting and dynamic team and mission?
 
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Full Job Description Available Upon Request)

• Career counseling                     
• Develop, facilitate, and present workshops
• Case management    
• Establish and maintain community and employer relations
• Facilitate work opportunities for youth              
• Record keeping and data entry
• Flexible workweek during high activity periods