Outreach Worker

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to come join our team as an Outreach Worker at Rediscovery Independent Living! We are an independent living program that houses young men and women ages 18 to 24 years old in small efficient-type apartments or shared living housing. Our program is designed to support the youth we serve as they become successful and productive community members.

Salary: Starting at $23/hr

Schedule: This is a full-time position that requires travel to various locations across Eastern and Central MA areas; with a few days in the office in Needham, MA. Mileage reimbursement provided!

We Provide The Training So That: 

• Learn about our mission and culture.
• Period of time for orientation; specific to the site and individuals-served.
• Learn to use your case management skills to help find housing for program participants.
• Accompany youth to appointments and support them in their goals.
• Be an effective role model while able to set limits and form appropriate relationships with clients.

Industry Leading Benefits

• Be who you are! JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve.
• You will receive $1,000 for every full-time employee and $500 for every part-time employee you refer.
• Pension after 5 years of employment!
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year.
• 100% employer paid Delta Dental benefits.
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical.
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!
• We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English!
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!
• License reimbursement to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!
• 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.

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field is preferred; High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with older at-risk youth and young adults (17-23 y.o.) preferred.
• 32-40 hours per week with occasional nights and weekends ensuring all youth needs are met.
• Bilingual candidates able to read, write and speak Spanish proficiently are encouraged to apply!
• Knowledge of the state DMH and DCF systems is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written formats.
• Must have general computer skills and strong financial literacy skills.
• Must have an active driver’s license.
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.

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.