Company Profile

Advocates

Company Overview

Advocates champions people who face developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. We partner with individuals and families to shape creative solutions to even the greatest obstacles.

First, we listen. Then, together, we do what it takes to help people thrive.

Company History

Founded in 1975 by a group of volunteers providing patient rehabilitation services on the grounds of Westborough State Hospital, Advocates is now one of the largest human services organizations in the state. Today, Advocates employs over 1000 staff members and serves 20,000 individuals at over 100 sites across Eastern and Central Massachusetts.

Benefits

Full-time Advocates professionals enjoy many perks of employment, including but not limited to:
• Strong focus on teamwork and allowed flexibility
• Competitive compensation
• Endless growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options
• Generous earned time
• 401K/403b
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career training tools
• Employee Assistance Program

Positions Available
  • 3 days ago

    Assistant Program Manager

    Advocates - Upton, Massachusetts - Central Mass, United States

    Starting rate $20.75/hourThe Assistant Program Manager will assist the Program Manager with supervisory responsibilities within a group home setting. This role will also ensure the smooth operation of caregiver services provided by Direct Support staff to adults who identify with developmental disabilities. Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Training Specialist II

    Advocates - Westborough, Massachusetts - MetroWest, United States

    $55,000-$60,000The Training Development Specialist facilitates trainings in core certifications and other areas of professional development; schedules and maintains a catalogue of trainings and facilitators and works in collaboration with the training and development team to ensure a robust employee training program. Monday through Friday 9a-5p, on-siteMinimum Education RequiredBachelor's Degree ResponsibilitiesDeliver trainings to employees using a variety of instructional techniques. ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Lead Classroom Assistant - The Darnell School

    Advocates - Hudson, Massachusetts - MetroWest, United States

    Rate: $26-$33.26(Rate determined by degree and experience)The Lead Classroom Assistant will provide case management for two students, including designing and implementing student programming based on the students' individualized education plan (IEP) goals. In collaboration with the Head Teacher, you will assist with assessments, ensure accurate data collection, help train new staff, and maintain a cohesive and supportive classroom environment and student success. You will also support families ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Co-Response Jail Diversion Clinician

    Advocates - Multiple locations

    Sign-On Bonus!$3,000 for CliniciansOR$4000 for Cliniciansthat are either Bilingual or hold an LICSW *Sign on bonus applicable to external candidates only**$70,000-$75,000*This position embedded in a police agency and co-responds with law enforcement to 911 and calls for services to people in the community who are experiencing a crisis. The CRC must be available to assist officers with calls for individuals exhibiting signs of mental distress, to provide assessments in the community or at the ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Day and Community Integration Specialist

    Advocates - Millville, Massachusetts - Central Mass, United States

    Starting Rate: $21.00/hour$1,000 Sign-on BonusThe Day and Community Integration Specialist provides one-to-one support to an adult Living with: Asperger s Syndrome, Acquired Brain Injury and Visual Impairments; both in his home and throughout the community. This role focuses on supporting meaningful daily routines, building independence, and increasing participation in community life. The Day and Community Integration Specialist works alongside the individual to develop and strengthen daily ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Outpatient Clinician

    Advocates - Harvard, Massachusetts - Central Mass, United States

    Salary:$60,000 -$65,977Advocates is seeking a collaborative, team oriented individual to join our Trauma Informed Team. The Outpatient Clinician will provide comprehensive outpatient counseling/therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families in need of services in a combination of virtually and in office. Looking for candidates who welcome a creative and collaborative team atmosphere to meet the needs of individuals in the standards that represent the Advocates Way. Advocates promotes ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Overnight Peer Specialist

    Advocates - Westborough, Massachusetts - MetroWest, United States

    *Starting rate $23/hour*Advocates is seeking talented, open-minded and empathetic Peer Support professionals to help others in their journeys. Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff. Peer Specialists are fully integrated team members who provide individualized services to people receiving services from Advocates Mental Health Division. ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Clinical Supervisor

    Advocates - Marlborough, Massachusetts - MetroWest, United States

    Starting Rate: $71,000The Clinical Supervisor provides supervision to residential staff while developing staff skills in responding to complex issues such as co-occurring disorders, substance abuse and trauma. The Clinical Supervisor will conduct assessments and provide therapeutic services to residents requiring additional support as a result of co-occurring disorders and/or traumas. Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for ...

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  • 3 days ago

    Counselor - Recovery Services (Female Only)

    Advocates - Worcester, Massachusetts - Central Mass, United States

    *Starting rate 20.75/hour*The Counselor will provide a range of cognitive and motivational services to individuals referred to substance use residential services at Advocates, in order to promote successful reintegration into community living. Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff. Are you ready to make a difference? Minimum ...

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  • 10 days ago

    Program Manager - Developmental Services

    Advocates - Upton, Massachusetts - MetroWest, United States

    Starting Rate: $52,520* $2,500 sign-on bonus (for external candidates only) *Overview Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff. The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the administration of the assigned program, providing leadership, supervision, guidance, and clinical support. The Program Manager actively promotes community ...

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