Too many of our youth are facing challenges that put them at risk. Join 18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children & Families) in giving our youth the opportunity to live their promise. Case Managers in our Pittsfield Community Connection (PCC) program help youth 17-24, including youth involved in/or at risk of gang activity, to succeed and avoid negative impact on their futures by identifying their goals & strengths and tracking progress; coordinating needed services; providing warm referrals, individualized support & advocacy; and facilitating groups. Required: Ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries; knowledge & understanding of the systemic, socio-economic, educational, behavioral health & other challenges our youth confront including trauma & knowledge of gang culture; ability to meet individuals where they are; build community connections; and work as a member of a supportive team. Lived experience & multilingual/multicultural fluency are a plus. Prior experience with proven risk youth and case management experience a plus. Competitive pay rate & benefits. We celebrate diversity. Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or pmcdermott@18degreesma.org.  Website: 18degreesma.org. AA/EOE

18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community. We are looking for a full time Service & Data Coordinator in our DCF Family Networks Program in Pittsfield (37.5 hours/week). The successful candidate will possess a genuine strength-based perspective in working with youth and families. Strong case management, organizational, and communication skills and ability to be flexible in a fast-paced, solution-focused, collaborative work environment required. Working knowledge of MS Office especially Excel, experience with data entry and building reports, also required. A Bachelor’s degree and at least two years case management experience required. Minimum 3 year’s computer and/or database experience strongly preferred. Multilingual/Multicultural candidates encouraged to apply. Competitive salary and employee benefits offered. Proof of Covid vaccination prior to start of employment. Please send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org. Visit our website at www.18degreesma.org. AA/EOE

Full time leadership role for School-Age program at 18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children and Families, Inc.). Demonstrated understanding of developmentally appropriate programming and multi-cultural education; Direct care experience with school-age students required; experience working with school systems and good communication skills required.  Bachelor degree or equivalent preferred.  Must meet EEC Site Coordinator qualifications.    Competitive pay rate and benefits.  Multi-cultural, multi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. Proof of Covid vaccination required prior to start of employment. Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or email to pmcdermott@18degreesma.org. AA/EOE

18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same!  At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community.18 Degrees is looking for an individual with an M.ED or equivalent graduate degree plus three years of pre or post graduate experience in education, especially in child and family services, or Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of relevant experience, to work in its Family Networks program. The right candidate will have experience working with IDEA and Chapter 766 and IEPs; experience working with schools and local education authorities; strong skills in engaging hard to reach families; knowledge of  community based education models that can provide education in structured settings to children moving out of residential care; and experience in intake, treatment planning and utilization management. Multilingual/Multicultural candidates encouraged to apply. Competitive salary and benefits. Proof of Covid vaccination required prior to start of employment Send resume and cover letter to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or emailpmcdermott@18degreesma.org. AA/EOE

Child Care Assistants (1 EEC Certified / 1 Uncertified) for infant through school age groups in the Early Education and Care Program at 18 Degrees. Enthusiastic, child-oriented, responsible and able to work as part of a team. Requirements include a CORI, an interview with site directors and recommendations. Multi-cultural, multi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. Send resume and cover letter to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org. AA/EOE

Outreach Worker for Safe & Successful Youth Initiative (SSYI) – Pittsfield, MA 18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same!  At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community. 18 Degrees’ Safe and Successful Youth Initiative (SSYI) program’s purpose is to support a community and multi-disciplinary approach to address illegal and criminal behavior for youth 17 to 24 years in age.  The Outreach Worker will work with community partners including a police liaison, and other members of the justice system to prevent, and intervene with youth involved in criminal activity in the Pittsfield, MA community. Outreach Worker primary responsibilities:

• Ability to meet individuals where they are and think on your feet in high stakes situations
• Work with youth referred by local police liaison to identify, engage, and enroll young people in support services provided by 18 Degrees or other Community Based Providers.
• Have experience with the criminal justice system and a passion for assisting young people to redirect their lives through education, behavioral health and employment services.
• Knowledge & understanding of the systemic, socio-economic, educational & other challenges our youth confront including knowledge of gang culture.
• Keep strong ties to the community, and the ability to create new relationships with program participants and community partners with ease.
• Be a team player, self-motivated, flexible, trustful, and a results-oriented person committed to making a  difference with youth and in their community.

Associate’s Degree helpful, but not required.  Lived Experience is highly-valued. Knowledge of the Pittsfield community and neighborhoods is required for success. Multicultural/multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. To apply send cover letter and resume to: Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, Inc., 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org. AA/EOE

OUR CHILDREN NEED YOU! Don’t let COVID interfere with Child Development! Come teach at 18 Degrees where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! Looking for delightful, dedicated, full-time Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and School-Age Teacher positions (Lead Teachers included) in a family-centered early childhood program.  EEC certification required; BA preferred.  Candidates pursuing Lead Infant, Lead Toddler and Lead Preschool Teacher certification also welcome.  Ask about our Hiring Bonus program and earn an extra $300. We are also hiring Childcare workers, Substitute Teachers and Greeters. We celebrate diversity.  Multi-lingual, multi-cultural candidates are encouraged to apply.  Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email  pmcdermott@18degreesma.org.  AA/EOE

OUR CHILDREN NEED YOU! Don’t let COVID interfere with Child Development! Come teach at 18 Degrees where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! Looking for delightful, dedicated, full-time and part-time Childcare Workers, Substitute Teachers, and Greeters for Infant, Toddler, Preschool and School-Age programs in a family-centered early childhood program.  No EEC certification required. Flexible work schedules available. A great opportunity to get experience in this very rewarding career field. We celebrate diversity.  Multi-lingual, multi-cultural candidates are encouraged to apply. Benefits apply to full-time positions. Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org.  AA/EOE

OUR CHILDREN NEED YOU! Don’t let COVID interfere with Child Development! Come teach at 18 Degrees where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! Looking for delightful, dedicated, full-time and part-time Childcare Workers, Substitute Teachers, and Greeters for Infant, Toddler, Preschool and School-Age programs in a family-centered early childhood program.  No EEC certification required. Flexible work schedules available. A great opportunity to get experience in this very rewarding career field. We celebrate diversity.  Multi-lingual, multi-cultural candidates are encouraged to apply. Benefits apply to full-time positions. Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org.  AA/EOE