18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! Full time position at our Pittsfield location as a home visitor for families in Berkshire County that have been referred by the Department of Children and Families. The Family Support Specialist also facilitates supervised visitation between referred parents and their children. The successful candidate must have dependable transportation, excellent organizational skills, good writing/computer skills; Bachelor Degree preferred and two years of relevant experience. This position also requires knowledge of strengths-based engagement with at-risk children and families, good skills in collaboration and communication, and a good understanding of community-based resources. Must be available to work an occasional evening or Saturday. 18 Degrees is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and cultural diversity. People of color, LGBTQ+ individuals and multi-cultural/multi-lingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.  Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18 degreesma.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!  The Senior Accountant/Supervisor is a full time role working as part of our Finance Team. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.  Main responsibilities include:

• Ensure the accuracy of general ledger and subsidiary ledgers by verifying income and expenses associated with all program activities, fundraising, and management and general.
• Performing a daily cash flow analysis in order to maintain a proper cash balance in the Agency’s bank accounts and borrowing on the line of credit, when necessary.
• Ensure financial compliance with contract reporting requirements for funding sources.
• Prepare monthly billing for various cost reimbursement contracts, grants, and other billing as needed, includes verifying accuracy of expenses as related to budgeted line items.
• Verifying that internal controls are followed in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices.
• Preparing and entering general journal entries as necessary for allocation of costs.
• Performing and managing the month end closing procedures, including the verification checklist and printing of the monthly financial statements.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Supervises the accounting team and is able to fill in for the Finance Director in their absence.

 Qualification Requirements: Education:  B.A. in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred. Experience:   Minimum 3-5 years experience in an accounting/finance position required with 1 year in a supervisory role.                       Use of accounting software is essential; strong computer and people skills are required. Multicultural/multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.  Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or email pmcdermott@18 degreesma.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! If you are energetic, welcoming, inclusive, enjoy working with children and customer service driven, we’re looking for you! This position is a leadership role for the School-Age program at Conte Kids’ Club, a program of 18 Degrees. Demonstrated understanding of developmentally appropriate programming and multi-cultural education; experience working with parents and school systems; and good communication skills required. Must have ability to follow strict safety protocol, work with a team, the ability to work independently, and flexibility with a can-do attitude. We celebrate diversity. Bi-lingual candidates encouraged to apply. Bachelor degree or equivalent preferred. EEC certified/qualified preferred. Competitive salary and benefits. 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, Inc. (formerly Berkshire Children & Families) a dynamic non-profit agency serving Western MA,   is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same!  We are looking for a Business and Employment Director who directs and oversee the Social Enterprise Call Center, workforce development and transitional employment opportunities. The director is responsible for growing the enterprise from launch to maturity. Generating external networking, sales, marketing; providing customer service and account management; to secure and manage contracts with Corporations to use our enterprise services. Build relations, collaborate with staff, 18 Degrees program directors and other program participant resources to attract and develop a talent pipeline. Establish clear lines of communication and structure to the enterprise to service the program participant’s needs and the contracted corporation’s expectations. Create a successful and profitable business enterprise. Outside Business to Business Sales, preferably within temporary agency or call center industry Education:  BA or BS in Business Management or relevant field of study and 1 year of sales experience                     Minimum Required: High School Diploma and 3 years of outside sales experience  Experience: 

• Outside Business to Business Sales, preferably within temporary agency or call center industry
• Budget, invoicing, and understanding of financials
• Experience managing and supervising employees and employment rules[FLSA, EEOC, ADA, OSHA]
• Strong computer and internet skills, including Microsoft Office 365, required.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, drawing conclusions from, and reporting data, required.
• Ability to work a flexible, variable schedule that will include some evening and weekend work.
• Excellent computer, interpersonal and communication skills

Multilingual/Multicultural candidates encouraged to apply.  Competitive salary and benefits offered.  Please send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org.  AA/EOE

18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children & Families, Inc.) is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! 18 Degrees, a dynamic non-profit agency serving Western MA, is looking for an Outreach & Engagement Specialist for our Pittsfield Community Connections GVP – program reporting to the GVP Director – Outreach & Engagement Specialist will identify, engage, and recruit youth to the GVP program. • The Outreach & Engagement Specialist supports youth (program participants) throughout their involvement with the GVP program. • Orients youth to the program, develop a plan for their participation, and pursue the goals they have identified. • Work with youth to develop both soft and specific skills to ensure that they are able to participate in a goal-oriented program. • Connect youth to other resources and services as needed, and will follow-up to ensure connections are established. • Facilitate groups for youth to help them identify and pursue personalized goals for wellness, job readiness and financial success. • Maintain communication with other stakeholders where applicable about the youth’s progress, setbacks, and successes. Qualification Requirements: Education Preferred: A.S. preferred or equivalent experience Experience: 3 years experience working with At Risk and/or Proven Risk youth preferred. Experience working within local community agencies/employers in a human services capacity (with gun violence and/or gang intervention/prevention experience preferred). Lived experience is valued and considered. 3 years' case management experience strongly preferred. Data collection experience, a plus. Strong computer and internet skills, including Microsoft Office. Strong interpersonal communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits. Multicultural/multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, Inc., 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA  01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org. AA/EOE

18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children & Families, Inc.) is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! We need delightful, dedicated people in family-centered early childhood program. Great opportunities in a rewarding environment.

• EEC certification preferred; BA
• Candidates enrolled in a college/EEC Certification program
• Candidates pursuing Lead Infant, Lead Toddler and Lead Preschool Teacher certification also
• Also hiring Substitute Teachers – No certification required!

Offering $12.75/hr to $17/hr depending on experience and certification with benefits and paid time off available for full time employees and flexibility for part time workers.  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

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. As an employee of 18 Degrees, you would work in both our Pittsfield and North Adams programs helping youth 10-24, including youth involved in or at risk of gang activity, to succeed and avoid negative impact on their futures in a proven program model that builds and supports positive connections and activities, along with employment & education opportunities. Required: LCSW, LICSW, or LMHC or equivalent; experience (work/internship/volunteer/military) working with youth/young adults; understanding of the systemic, socio-economic, educational & other challenges our youth confront; work as a member of a supportive team from both locations on a regular schedule. Strongly prefer experience in multi-disciplinary approaches to trauma & violence. Multicultural/multilingual fluency is a plus. Competitive salary and benefits. We celebrate and seek all forms of diversity. Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or pmcdermott@18degreesma.org.  AA/EOE

18 Degrees (formerly Berkshire Children & Families, Inc.) is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same!  If you are energetic, welcoming, inclusive, enjoy working with children and customer service driven, we’re looking for you! This new role has been created to ensure a safe environment for our children, their families and our staff. Duties include handling the transition of children from their parents to their classrooms, asking and documenting pre-entry screening questions, managing the distribution and use of personal protective equipment, cleaning, transporting meals, laundry, administrative tasks, break coverage and handling phone calls, lifting and carrying infants and children. Must have ability to follow strict safety protocol, work with a team, the ability to work independently, and flexibility with a can-do attitude. We celebrate diversity. Bi-lingual candidates 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