New Beginnings

Youth Worker - Transitional Living Program

Lewiston, ME 04240

regular

Job Type

full-time

Job Status

bachelors

Education

25pct

Travel

Mid Level (2-10 years experience)

Career Level


We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from diverse racial, ethnic, sexual and gender identity, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

We are hiring talented and enthusiastic people who are committed to making a difference for homeless youth in Maine. For nearly 40 years, New Beginnings has helped children, teens, and young adults find safety, build connections, and access the opportunities for growth that they need to thrive. Our comprehensive services prevent young people from becoming homeless, support struggling families, and help vulnerable youth grow into stable and healthy adults.

The youth worker position is the MVP in the Transitional Living Program. As a youth worker you will be a member of a team dedicated to improving the lives of homeless young people. Utilizing a positive youth development model, you will assist youth as they transition towards independence and safe, stable housing. In this challenging and rewarding role, you will provide case management, teach life skills, and facilitate recreational and group activities. We use a strength-based approach that fosters partnerships with youth and adults.

Primary Duties:

· Provide direct supervision of youth in the Transitional Living Program.

· Teach life skills

· Assist with transportation as needed

· Engage with youth in daily activities

· Interact with schools, doctor’s offices, and other professional community agencies

· Act as liaison between external professional agencies and case managers

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services related field or Bachelor's degree in a non-human services related field with 2 years of human services experience.

Benefits

*100% paid *health for employees,

Dental, life, disability and long term care

33 days of accrued earned time per year

403b retirement plan

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