Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston
Program and Training Specialist
Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254
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$30.00/hr - $32.00/hr FIRST (Families in Recovery SupporT) Steps Together is a peer-led program focused on empowering parents as they work towards recovery from substance use. With six sites across Massachusetts, our teams offer home-based, community, and virtual services tailored to expectant families and families with young children.
The Training and Technical Assistant Team (T/TA Team), at Jewish Family & Children Service (JF&CS), supports the FIRST Steps Together staff across the state. We assist with project implementation through training, targeted technical assistance, project management and the facilitation of learning communities. Our resources can be used by home visitors, mental health counselors/clinicians, peer staff and others in the field who want to use person-centered, strengths-based approaches to support parents on their recovery journeys.
About The Role
We’re looking for a passionate and knowledgeable
Program and Training Specialist
to join our team. The ideal candidate brings insights into peer support, home visiting, parenting and recovery. You will provide support to FIRST Steps Together direct service sites and help develop and deliver in-person and virtual trainings. The Program and Training Specialist will walk alongside direct service staff through the process of onboarding, facilitating collaborative learning communities, and providing training and support.
In This Role You Will
Provide strengths-based, trauma-informed support and training to project staff in alignment with FIRST Steps Together’s core values, offering reflective and responsive guidance via phone, email, virtual platforms, and in-person visits. Collaborate with team members to plan, design and deliver meaningful in person and virtual trainings Provide support to FIRST Steps Together sites in delivering home visiting services, advocacy for families and collaboration with collaterals such as Department of Children and Families and other community providers, support sites in goal setting and progress tracking. Participates in projects that support the FIRST Steps Together system Help facilitate group learning and peer support communities both virtually and in person Develop tools and written resources (like tip sheets and training modules) Other duties as assigned
You Might Be a Great Fit If You Have
Direct service experience, lived experience or content knowledge in one of the following areas: home visiting, peer recovery support, maternal mental health, early childhood, parent support and/or substance use disorders. Ease and confidence with facilitating online groups, meetings and trainings. A strong desire to support staff by creating safe spaces for collaboration, sharing resources and encouragement. Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Power Point) and willingness to learn and use technology for documentation and communication. Access to a car and a valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Massachusetts.
Bonus If You Have
Lived experience as a parent in recovery from substance use with a minimum of 5 years in recovery Experience developing and delivering high-quality training and materials that incorporate adult learning frameworks and the needs of diverse learners, in both in-person and virtual training formats
The Role Comes With The Following Benefits
A collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven team Hybrid work schedule - 2 days required working in Waltham Office Mileage reimbursement Paid time off includes ample sick time and 22 days of vacation, in addition to national and some Jewish holidays. Immediate eligibility for medical insurance, dental, vision, retirement plan; no waiting period
About Jf&cs
For more than 150 years, Jewish Family & Children's Service has been helping individuals and families build a strong foundation for resilience and well-being. We intentionally serve and employ people of
ALL
faiths, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
We have a strong culture of professional development, work-life balance, and promotion from within.
JF&CS is an equal opportunity employer who serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions. Employment opportunities are available to all without regard for race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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Program and Training Specialist
role at
Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Program and Training Specialist
role at
Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston provided pay range
This range is provided by Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$30.00/hr - $32.00/hr FIRST (Families in Recovery SupporT) Steps Together is a peer-led program focused on empowering parents as they work towards recovery from substance use. With six sites across Massachusetts, our teams offer home-based, community, and virtual services tailored to expectant families and families with young children.
The Training and Technical Assistant Team (T/TA Team), at Jewish Family & Children Service (JF&CS), supports the FIRST Steps Together staff across the state. We assist with project implementation through training, targeted technical assistance, project management and the facilitation of learning communities. Our resources can be used by home visitors, mental health counselors/clinicians, peer staff and others in the field who want to use person-centered, strengths-based approaches to support parents on their recovery journeys.
About The Role
We’re looking for a passionate and knowledgeable
Program and Training Specialist
to join our team. The ideal candidate brings insights into peer support, home visiting, parenting and recovery. You will provide support to FIRST Steps Together direct service sites and help develop and deliver in-person and virtual trainings. The Program and Training Specialist will walk alongside direct service staff through the process of onboarding, facilitating collaborative learning communities, and providing training and support.
In This Role You Will
Provide strengths-based, trauma-informed support and training to project staff in alignment with FIRST Steps Together’s core values, offering reflective and responsive guidance via phone, email, virtual platforms, and in-person visits. Collaborate with team members to plan, design and deliver meaningful in person and virtual trainings Provide support to FIRST Steps Together sites in delivering home visiting services, advocacy for families and collaboration with collaterals such as Department of Children and Families and other community providers, support sites in goal setting and progress tracking. Participates in projects that support the FIRST Steps Together system Help facilitate group learning and peer support communities both virtually and in person Develop tools and written resources (like tip sheets and training modules) Other duties as assigned
You Might Be a Great Fit If You Have
Direct service experience, lived experience or content knowledge in one of the following areas: home visiting, peer recovery support, maternal mental health, early childhood, parent support and/or substance use disorders. Ease and confidence with facilitating online groups, meetings and trainings. A strong desire to support staff by creating safe spaces for collaboration, sharing resources and encouragement. Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Power Point) and willingness to learn and use technology for documentation and communication. Access to a car and a valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Massachusetts.
Bonus If You Have
Lived experience as a parent in recovery from substance use with a minimum of 5 years in recovery Experience developing and delivering high-quality training and materials that incorporate adult learning frameworks and the needs of diverse learners, in both in-person and virtual training formats
The Role Comes With The Following Benefits
A collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven team Hybrid work schedule - 2 days required working in Waltham Office Mileage reimbursement Paid time off includes ample sick time and 22 days of vacation, in addition to national and some Jewish holidays. Immediate eligibility for medical insurance, dental, vision, retirement plan; no waiting period
About Jf&cs
For more than 150 years, Jewish Family & Children's Service has been helping individuals and families build a strong foundation for resilience and well-being. We intentionally serve and employ people of
ALL
faiths, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
We have a strong culture of professional development, work-life balance, and promotion from within.
JF&CS is an equal opportunity employer who serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions. Employment opportunities are available to all without regard for race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Powered by ExactHire: 180751 Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other Industries Health and Human Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Boston by 2x Get notified about new Program Specialist jobs in
Waltham, MA . READY Program Teammate Rotational Program
Day Program Coordinator - Up to $27/hr and OVERTIME ELIGIBLE!
Program Assistant, Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Day Program Coordinator - Up to $27/hr AND OVERTIME ELIGIBLE!
Boston, MA $63,000.00-$133,500.00 3 hours ago Newton, MA $80,000.00-$90,000.00 1 week ago Acquisition Logistics Manager, DoD Program
Cambridge, MA $61,754.00-$76,304.00 1 week ago Cambridge, MA $155,000.00-$170,000.00 3 months ago Admissions Counselor and Program Coordinator
Norwood, MA $60,000.00-$65,000.00 1 week ago Program Coordinator, YGB Early Childhood Apprenticeship Program
Boston, MA $50,000.00-$60,000.00 2 months ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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