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Youth Worker for Transformational Beginnings (TrB)
Location:
Lawrence, MA
Description:
Job Title: Youth Worker for Transformational Beginnings (TrB) Reports to: Transformational Beginnings (TrB) Program Manager Type: Full Time Category: Transformational Beginnings (TrB) Background on UTEC UTEC is a youth development and social justice organization. The mission is to ignite and nurture the ambition of young adults to trade violence and poverty for social and economic success. We are dedicated to helping young people ages 17-25 in the communities of Lowell, Lawrence, and Haverhill Massachusetts overcome the very real challenges of interrupted education, gang involvement and incarceration. We believe that: If young adults who are caught up in the school-to-prison pipeline are productively engaged in UTEC activities and supports for an extended period during the critical ages of 17-25, then by 25, they will have the skills and resilience they need to pursue their dreams and avoid further involvement in the criminal justice system. For more info, please visit www.utecinc.org . UTEC’s vision and pledge for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is to honor, value, support, and protect individuals' lived experiences and expertise regardless of their position or title in the organization. This is how we create a space of comfort, courage, and growth. See the full pledge here . Job Summary The Youth Worker for Transformational Beginnings (TrB) supports the TrB Team, which is the first phase of UTEC’s Workforce Development and Educational Programs. This position will be hands-on, building relationships, coaching and mentoring young adults in the Lawrence Center. The TrB Youth Worker will co-facilitate workshops, co-keep restorative circles, and support the team with enrichment activities and wraparound services. This position is responsible for providing daily transportation to the TrB young adults throughout Lowell, Lawrence, and Haverhill. The Ideal candidate is passionate about youth work, positive youth development approach and teaching/facilitating curriculum. Duties/Responsibilities Provide daily transportation to TrB young adults throughout Lowell, Lawrence, and Haverhill Provide a safe and positive environment, and communicate with the TrB Team of any concerns/potential conflict that would help the team prevent any future incidents Ability to fill out incident reports as necessary Ensure all UTEC’s transportation rules and policies are followed Ensure the TrB van is properly cleaned and maintained after each trip Co-facilitate Transformational Beginnings orientation, weekly workshops, and restorative circles Work with Young Adults to address barriers and opportunities in their ISPs Supports the development of young adults so that they can progress to the next stages of the program and eventually complete the program Assist emergency assistance and crisis intervention to TrB young adults Ensure data is entered consistently in a timely manner in UTEC’s database Exemplifies youth work best practices to young adults and colleagues Provide assistance at UTEC events, field trips, and retreats Support young adult participation and engagement with UTEC Social Enterprises (Culinary, Mattress & Woodworking) as needed Required Skills/Abilities Interested in developing lesson plans and an understanding of group dynamics Understanding of young adult development required; prior experience with high-risk young adults preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to build relationships with both program participants and colleagues Knows social-emotional skills with an anti-racist lens Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion frameworks and/or practices Education and Experience At least 1 year of working with young adults (17-25) required; three or more years of work experience strongly preferred Experience with justice-involved young adults preferred Bilingual/bicultural preferred Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required Physical Requirements Must have a valid, unencumbered MA driver’s license and a good driving record with no moving violations in the last 3 years. A driving record will be verified Ability to safely drive 15 passenger van throughout Lowell, Lawrence, and Haverhill Must be able to lift 30 plus pounds Must be able to be on your feet for the majority of the day Salary/Benefits: $48,500 plus benefits . UTEC offers a competitive benefits package that starts with 4 weeks of vacation (3 standard for all new employees and a week of agency-wide wellness closure between the Christmas and New Year holidays), 12 holidays, 10 sick days, 2 personal days, and health, dental and vision insurance. We also offer life insurance, first time homeowners support, an annual cost of living increase, a 401-K retirement plan, a $1,200- $1,800 annual wellness fund, and professional development support. With time, benefits grow to include up to 6 weeks of vacation, 80% coverage of employee health and dental insurance costs and availability for a 3 week sabbatical. UTEC also stresses the importance of work-life balance and offers several wellness opportunities including additional time off (i.e. for the past two years we have closed at 3pm on Fridays during the summer months), an employee assistance program, down payment assistance for first time home buyers, parental leave, bereavement supports and unlimited free coffee! See more about our benefits here. UTEC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, UTEC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Powered by JazzHR
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Utec
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June 29 on The Resumator
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