Role OverviewProvides initial screening, ongoing assessment, and service navigation for youth 18-24 years of age experiencing homelessness. Works closely with program participants to develop individualized service plans.
What You Will Do
Conduct screenings and intakes, establish goals, stay connected with individuals, practice assertive engagement, maintain client intake documentation, and document service encounters.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Must be able to work effectively with a wide variety of organizations and people of all ages, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds. Knowledge of Positive Youth Development, Trauma-informed Care, and Harm Reduction is preferred.
Requirements
- One or more years' experience in a like field
- Progressively responsible experience in a related field
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Experience working with youth ages 18-24 in a supportive/coaching capacity
- Experience working with youth who are homeless and/or have expressed mental health or substance use concerns
- Knowledge of Positive Youth Development, Trauma-informed Care, and Harm Reduction
- Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills
- Must be computer literate (Word, Excel, databases, etc.)
- Pass agency paid criminal justice screening including fingerprints
- Pass agency paid TB (Tuberculosis) screening
- Pass agency paid health screening and/or drug testing
- Valid California driver's license and current proof of auto insurance coverage
- Pass agency paid MVR clearance with no more than 2 points
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave)
- Retirement plan (401(k), pension)
- Life insurance
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