Youth & Family Development Associate

Program Summary

SBCS' Youth in Transition (YIT) program offers seamless high-quality services to youth transitioning out of the foster care system. Our trauma-informed services and activities provide foster youth with opportunities to enhance their self-sufficiency as they move into adulthood. YIT supports youth to address past trauma, teach independent living skills, provide transitional housing, safe places, employment/education pathways, experiences that build self-confidence, as well as identify permanent supportive adults and other resources that assist to develop the skills necessary to succeed independently.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Youth in Transition Program Director, the Youth and Family Development Associate (YFDA) will provide Transitional Housing Program (THP) Case Management and supportive services to enrolled youth. The YFDA will be responsible for providing access to eligible youth transitional housing with individualized supportive services that assist each youth address the factors contributing to their homelessness. THP is committed to providing services that are trauma informed, strength based, person center and empowerment oriented. Support in the implementation and evaluation of THP that provides current/former foster youth quality trauma informed services that adhere to and uphold the standards of SBCS. YFDA role will include the provision of case management, and supportive services to enrolled youth. Conduct a comprehensive assessment that assists youth to identify strengths and supports necessary to obtain and sustain stable, permeant housing. Make referrals to career pathway, life skills, mental health, mentorship, educational and other support programs. Connect youth to support that can assist them to achieve increased economic stability and self-sufficiency. Assist youth to create a budget, identify affordable housing and develop a plan to transition out of transitional housing. Meet with youth weekly to maximize success and promote stability using a step-down strategy for gradually reducing dependence on transitional housing assistance. Must be flexible to provide services in-home, drop-in center, and in the community as needed. Attending all required agency training and meetings. Maintain documentation and reporting on all youth/families in a timely manner. Maintain confidentiality and privacy standards of service partner protected health information and other applicable information and material in accordance with agency and center policies, and applicable regulations and laws, including HIPAA. Maintain warm, welcoming office grounds and facilities. As other duties assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field. Experience working with Transitional Age Youth and Transitional Housing Programs preferred. Ability to work with a diverse population, possess cultural sensitivity, and maintain appropriate boundaries with clients. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities, training skills, creativity, and public speaking. Ability to provide quality trauma-informed services in a fast-paced environment, specializing in crisis intervention and de-escalation, motivational interviewing, and Seeking Safety. Ability to (re) prioritize and multi-task is a must. Ability to work with a diverse population, possess cultural sensitivity, and maintain appropriate boundaries with clients. Available to work one evening per week until 8 p.m. Condition of Employment Employment may be conditioned upon satisfactory completion of certain background clearances which may include a Department of Justice criminal background check requiring my fingerprints (Live Scan), Community Care Licensing, screening through the National Sex Offender Public Website, physical exam, drug test, tuberculosis (TB) test, and such additional clearances as may be required under the program. Candidates/employees who have received a conditional offer of employment will be required to undergo testing for controlled substances, (including THC and CBD), in accordance with the County of San Diego's drug and alcohol policy and the federal Controlled Substances Act. Candidate may be required to have reliable transportation; therefore, the candidate must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check. Candidate must also possess and maintain a current valid California driver’s license and valid auto insurance policy. Physical demands: Mentally and emotionally: Ability to work under deadlines, various projects and dealing with clients in crisis and difficult situations. Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift. Moves throughout the building. Moves, raises, or lowers (includes upward pulling) an object or equipment up to 50 lbs. Transports an object, from 20 to 50 lbs. across the facility, for various needs. Ability to exert force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force. Ability to exert force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) Ascending or descending stairs and ladders when applicable. Body agility is emphasized.

Balancing

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when ascending, descending, traversing.

Stooping

Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.

Handling

Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with objects or office machinery.

Communicating

Expressing or exchanging ideas. Communicating is important for those activities in which workers must impart information to clients or to the public, and in those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately, or quickly. The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.

Accessibility Accommodation SBCS is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, parental status, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program – Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

At-Will Employment Status Please note that all employment with SBCS is at-will, which means your employment may be terminated at any time by you or SBCS, without cause or advance notice. The terms and conditions of any employment may also be modified.