Youth and Family Specialist II

Ascentria Care Alliance
Worcester, MA
Job Details

Description

Help us Build a Thriving New England!

Ascentria Care Alliance has been transforming underserved communities for over 150 years, providing a wide range of services to children, families, and seniors across five states. Recognized as one of the largest human services nonprofits in New England and one of the top 100 women-led businesses in Massachusetts, we envision vibrant communities where all individuals have access to resources to support one another to overcome challenges and seize opportunities.

Job Title: Youth and Family Specialist

Pay Rate: $54,443 - $60,784 per year

The pay range is the authorized pay for this position and is displayed only for jobs based in Massachusetts and Vermont, where pay transparency laws require disclosure. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Position Overview

The Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URM) Youth and Family Specialist II provides culturally sensitive intensive case management, outreach and direct service to Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Program's youth in coordination and cooperation with systems including: school personnel and educational teams, therapists, lawyers and court personnel, the general public and intra-agency collaterals. The URM Youth and Family Specialst II is the primary advocate for the child and initiates creative approaches to service delivery and activity that will help the youth achieve their potential working toward connection with a permanent resource and long term life plan.

Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field with 2 years experience of postgraduate direct service delivery experience and skills assessing and treating at risk children and families and/or expertise with individuals with developmental disabilities and co-occurring challenges, and Minimum of LSWA certification or eligibility to obtain certification within six (6) months of date of hire is required.
  • Ability to work within the Mission of the agency.
  • Significant experience working with children with social/emotional/physical problems desirable. Mediation and conflict resolution skills helpful.
  • Open to new ideas and desire to grow professionally. Flexibility in thinking and scheduling.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
  • Ability to utilize independent sound clinical judgement and decision making with regards to best interest of children and families.

Please note: Candidates who are selected for hire must successfully complete all required background checks before starting their employment .

Here’s Why You Should Join Us

We prioritize our employees' wellbeing with a comprehensive benefits package, for those who qualify, and a supportive workplace culture where all are encouraged and empowered to drive change, make a difference, and enjoy life outside of work.

Ascentria Offers The Following Employee Benefits

  • High quality/affordable health, dental, and vision insurance to support your overall wellness
  • Flexible Spending Account to help manage eligible expenses
  • A 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • A full-service Employee Assistance Program with many free and accessible services and supports
  • Generous tuition reimbursement to invest in your professional growth and development
  • Paid time off which increases as your tenure grows and holidays for work-life balance
  • A workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, where all voices are heard and respected

When you join Ascentria, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re stepping into a role that empowers you to grow personally and professionally while contributing to a meaningful mission.

Location: This position is located in Worcester, MA and it requires frequent travel (reimbursed) throughout Massachusetts.

This position is in person with potential for hybrid schedule and requires often local travel to our group homes and occasional travel throughout New England .

Transform lives and communities with Ascentria Care Alliance. Apply today to be a part of our mission-driven Team!
Posted 2026-02-26

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