Youth Development Specialist

1 week ago


Lawrence, Massachusetts, United States Mount Prospect Academy Full time

About the Role

The DMH Therapeutic Support Specialist works collaboratively with youth who have experienced serious emotional disturbance or other mental and emotional challenges that impact their well-being. This role requires a strong passion for working with youth, establishing daily life skills, strengthening lifelong connections, and promoting overall well-being.

As a Therapeutic Support Specialist at Mount Prospect Academy, you will work closely with youth and families to develop personalized plans, providing strength-based counseling and support. You will also monitor functioning and activities, provide coaching based on interests and needs, and encourage positive connections, social relationships, and recreational activities.

We are proud to be CARF accredited for Intensive Family-Based Services and offer a supportive work environment, flexible schedules, and mileage reimbursement. Our team values professional development, creative engagement approaches, and employee self-care.

Job Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in a human services field and one or more year(s) of experience working with Youth who have experienced serious emotional disturbance or other mental and emotional challenges to well-being.
  • A valid driver's license with insured transportation. Willingness to travel throughout the region to clients' homes.
  • Position requires background check, driving, and other record checks.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 403b, life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, short-term disability, wellness programs, legal services, employee discount programs, paid time off, telemedicine, and an employee assistance program. The estimated annual salary for this role is $63,000 - $75,000, depending on qualifications and location.



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