SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH

Individual and Family Services51-200 employeesWebsite

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Open Roles

SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH (SPY) is a leading provider of services for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles, operating within the Individual and Family Services industry. With a team of 51-200 employees, SPY is expanding and currently has three open positions. SPY is currently hiring for three on-site positions: * **Resident Coordinator (Pregnant & Parenting House):** Located in Inglewood, CA, this full-time position requires working Tuesday to Saturday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The Resident Coordinator will be responsible for providing essential services and support to pregnant and parenting transitional age youth (TAY) at The Nest Family Housing program. The salary for this role is $22.00/hr. A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or a related field is preferred. 1-2 years of experience in case management, counseling, or related experience is required. This is a driver position. * **Safety Ambassador / Mental Health Youth Advocate:** Located in Venice, CA, this full-time position requires working Monday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM and Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. The Safety Ambassador/Mental Health Youth Advocate will serve as a lead in addressing security, safety, crisis intervention/ de-escalation, and ensuring that dysregulated youth are being linked to the appropriate intervention. The salary for this role is $22.00/hr. Experience working as a security guard/ safety ambassador is required, and a guard card certification is also required. This is a driver position. * **Director of Housing:** Located in Venice, CA, this full-time position requires working Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. As a member of SPY’s Leadership Team, the Director of Housing will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing holistic, client-centered, and innovative housing programs. The salary is $95,000 annually. This is a driver position. A Master's degree in Social Work, Public Policy, Public Administration or a related field, or equivalent professional experience is required. 3+ years of relevant experience with TAY experiencing homelessness and/ or housing instability is also required. The job descriptions mention the use of several technologies. Those include: Case Management, Counseling, Advocacy, Crisis Intervention, De-escalation Techniques, Risk Assessments, Mental Health Support, Communication Skills, Cultural Responsiveness, Technology Use, Team Collaboration, Safety Procedures, Community Engagement, Case Management, Psychoeducation, Documenting Activities, Data Tracking, Budget Management, Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and Homeless Management Information System. All three positions are on-site. The Resident Coordinator role is at the Inglewood, CA location. The Safety Ambassador / Mental Health Youth Advocate and Director of Housing positions are located in Venice, CA. The roles involve work in both office and outdoor settings. All positions include cell phone reimbursement. Driving is an essential function for the Resident Coordinator, Safety Ambassador / Mental Health Youth Advocate, and Director of Housing positions. 1. **What is the starting pay for the open positions?** Both the Resident Coordinator (Pregnant & Parenting House) and Safety Ambassador / Mental Health Youth Advocate positions offer a starting salary of $22.00/hr. The Director of Housing position offers an annual salary of $95,000. 2. **What benefits does SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH offer?** SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health coverage, a 403b with agency contribution, and vacation/sick time. They also offer unique perks including weekly meditation/mindfulness and professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth. 3. **Are there COVID-19 vaccination requirements?** Yes, effective August 9, 2021, the State Health Officer has mandated that all workers in homeless services organizations must provide proof of vaccination. 4. **Are the positions driver positions?** Yes, the Resident Coordinator (Pregnant & Parenting House), Safety Ambassador / Mental Health Youth Advocate, and Director of Housing positions are driver positions. Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance. 5. **What are the special conditions of employment?** All staff members will be considered introductory employees for the first three months of employment. Employment is "at-will." The organization, in its sole discretion, may change the job duties, responsibilities, and assignments of any position, at any time. All positions also require compliance with mandated reporting requirements under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. 6. **How can I apply for a position?** Please include references in your application.