Just A Start believes that access to stable housing and sustainable careers are the essential building blocks of equitable communities. For more than 50 years, we have focused on meeting the fundamental needs of individuals and families who have been systemically denied opportunities to realize their full potential. Our programs include affordable housing, education and job training, and comprehensive support services, spanning Cambridge and beyond. We have developed and currently maintain 600 affordable apartments. To keep community members housed, we also offer financial and technical assistance to prevent evictions, and support low- and moderate-income homeowners. Finally, we prepare individuals of all ages and circumstances with the skills and knowledge they need to secure fulfilling careers, leveraging their talents to achieve economic mobility and strengthen the region’s workforce.

Just A Start strongly believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity, and does not permit unlawful discrimination against its employees or applicants because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship status, veteran status or military obligations or any other legally protected characteristics under applicable state or federal laws. We believe that diversity of employees at all levels makes us a stronger agency that can make a more meaningful contribution to our communities, and we strive to succeed in this regard.

Career Opportunities

POSITION SUMMARY: Are you passionate about working with opportunity youth ages 16-24 to increase their access to career and post-secondary educational (PSE) pathways? Do you enjoy learning about new and growing occupations and programs that help young people achieve their career goals? The YES role sits on the YouthBuild team which is one of two workforce development programs in Just A…
Position Summary: Working closely with the Director of Housing, the Housing Stabilization Case Manager plays a key role in the successful operation of the Housing Resources team to provide access to rental assistance and housing stability services for clients. We seek an aspiring team member who is interested in pursuing a career assisting participants to achieve housing stability with a focus…
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND: Just A Start believes that access to stable housing and sustainable careers are the essential building blocks of equitable communities. For 56 years, we have addressed the fundamental needs of individuals and families who have been systemically denied opportunities to realize their full potential. Our programs include affordable housing, education and job training…
JOB PURPOSE: The Accounts Payable Clerk plays an important role in keeping our business operations running smoothly by ensuring accurate and timely payments to vendors. The Accounts Payable Clerk helps manage cash flow, supports program staff and maintains Just A Start’s positive relationship with our vendors. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage full cycle of accounts payable processing (in…