What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Worker position at Boston Public Health Commission and Careers?
Req ID
2025-31283
Dept
Boston Cntr - Youth & Families
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
BCYF Perkins Community Center
Salary Min
46,215.54
Salary Max
61,695.02
Union
SU5
Openings
1
Posting End Date
4/28/2026
Contact Email
jamika.hobbs@boston.gov
Overview:
Responsible, together with the Program Manager and Site Administrator, for implementing youth programs at the local level.
Responsibilities:
- Developing and implementing a site work plan for the program.
- Building relationships with residents, local merchants, courts, police, schools, and other community organizations.
- Linking youth with needed services and opportunities in the neighborhood.
- Participating in scheduled trainings, workshops, staff and supervisor meetings.
- Maintaining records and documents, including individual service plans for program participants; sitting on various local boards as needed.
- Performing other related duties as required.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of experience working with urban youth is required.
- Experience in program development and implementation preferred.
- Good mediation, facilitation, and listening skills.
- Good oral and written English skills.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
- Must have and maintain a current Massachusetts driver's license.
C.O.R.I. & S.O.R.I Check Required.
BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED
Terms:
Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/CC-8
Hours per week: 35
Salary : $46,216 - $61,695