Juvenile Justice Youth Advocate Coordinator

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 in  accordance 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!

View video about program here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STWboTqMW-U