Wayfinder Family Services ensures that children, youth, and adults facing challenges always have a place to turn.
Wayfinder is committed to advancing IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility).
Wayfinder believes inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are essential to our excellence and our mission's execution. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and differently-abled persons are encouraged to apply.
In exchange for your talent, Wayfinder offers an excellent benefits package, which includes the following:
This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Competitive salary - Sign-on bonus for eligible roles
Flexible schedules depending on the position (some offering hybrid)
Medical insurance with a $30 premium per paycheck coverage plan (employee-only)
Dental insurance 100% employer paid for HMO coverage plan (employee-only)
401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 4%
11 paid holidays per year and a generous paid time off policy
Five winter holidays (between Christmas Eve & New Year's Day)
Education Reimbursement Program
Robust training opportunities: Shared Core Practice Model, Trauma-Informed Care, Evidence-based Practices
Clinical Supervision for licensure
Compensation
In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
STARTING PAY RANGE: $18.03 /HR. COULD INCREASE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION LEVEL
Various Shifts Available!
Youth Counselor Responsibilities
Ensures the health, safety, and welfare of our residents in the program
Assists in planning, organizing, and supervising milieu programs such as recreational and therapeutic activities that promote developmental competencies and skills targeted to children's unique and special needs.
Engage/coach our residents with different sports activities like Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Swimming, etc.
Provides supportive guidance, working closely with mental health clinicians, supervisors, and social workers.
Reports any incidents/accidents according to incident reporting procedures and protocols, within designated timelines outlined in the reporting procedures.
Provides transportation to residents to medical appointments, community outings, meetings, or other locations by driving agency vehicles
Ensures a safe and clean-living environment, participating in household cleaning and maintenance activities.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in a related field OR Associate's Degree with 12 semester units in related field and experience working with youth OR High School Diploma and previously employed as a full-time staff or volunteer at a group home or residential program for at least one year or relevant life experience in child welfare.
Minimum of one (1) year residential experience, preferably Emergency Shelter.
Must have the skills necessary to engage and work with others from diverse backgrounds.
Maintain a non-judgmental attitude toward youth and their families.
Modify and adjust individual intervention techniques for each situation while maintaining the original direction of the plan.
Assess and respond to a crisis in a prompt and effective collaborative manner.
Current Pro-Act certification preferred.
Current and valid CA driver’s license and a minimum of three (3) years driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier as position requires transportation of clients using agency vehicles.
Additional Requirements
Wayfinder is committed to creating an environment where employees and clients are safe. To meet this goal, we ask that employees be fully vaccinated (including boosters, where applicable) against the COVID-19 virus as a condition of employment. All staff must demonstrate evidence of complete vaccination, including booster, on or before their employment start date. Wayfinder will consider requests for exemption based on religious beliefs or medical accommodations. Wayfinder requires a thorough background screening process, including fingerprinting and a health screening.
Wayfinder is committed to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion.
Wayfinder practices Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognize the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma. Employees integrate the knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices to prevent re-traumatization which promotes the healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.
Wayfinder is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
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Other
Industries
Individual and Family Services
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