Bay State Community Services is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Full-Time Youth Advocate (Temporary) to join our Beal Street Teen Group Home team. This temporary summer position provides direct care and supervision to youth residing in a residential program. Youth Advocates play a vital role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment while helping youth develop the skills needed to achieve their personal goals.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in behavioral health, psychology, social work, criminal justice, education, or human services who are looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience working with adolescents.

If you're passionate about supporting young people and are looking for a rewarding summer opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! 

What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference... 

• Provide direct supervision and support to youth in a residential setting.
• Foster a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with youth through mentorship and engagement.
• Assist youth with daily living skills, routines, and recreational activities.
• Support youth in achieving individualized treatment and behavioral goals.

The desire to work with youth

Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Additional Experience welcomed . . .

Experience working with youth

Education: Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Child Development, or Teaching

Residential Experience

Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  

Contact Information:

recruitment@baystatecs.org

857-374-5669