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Who we are looking for:

Are you the Independent Living Outreach Worker we have been looking for? In this position, you will be able to convey your passion for helping others with a dynamic team by bringing an energetic and positive approach while working with the individuals we serve!

Our Independent Living (IL) Program houses young individuals from 18-24 years old in small efficiency-type apartments or shared-living housing throughout the Metro, Boston, Central, Northeast and Southeast DCF regions. The Independent Living program provides 2-6 hours of in-person outreach services per week, as well as access to additional wrap-around services. Our program is designed to prepare youth too take full financial responsibility for themselves and our goal is to support them as they become successful, productive community members. 

This position requires travel in the Waltham, Worcester and Lowell areas. 

JRI provides training so that: 

• YOU will be able to use your case management skills to help find housing for program participants. 
• YOU will be able to accompany youth to appointments and support them in their goals. 
• YOU will be able to be an effective role model while able to set limits and form appropriate relationships with clients. 

• Be who you are! JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve.
• We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
• Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• Wellness benefits including access to employee resource groups (including multicultural affinity groups, LGBTQ+ advocacy, employee engagement groups, etc.), self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!

Requirements and preferred skills: 

• Experience with older at-risk youth and young adults (17-23 y.o.). 
• BA/BS is required, with a preference for degrees in in social services or related fields. 
• 30-40 hours per week with occasional nights and weekends ensuring all youth needs are met. 
• Valid Driver’s license and daily use of your reliable automobile are required. 
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written formats. 
• Acceptable computer skills and strong financial literacy skills are required. 
• Knowledge of the state DMH and DCF systems is preferred. 

JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.