Mentor Community Services , a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.
Child and Family Specialist (Temporary to possible permanent)
Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person has the right to live well. As a Child and Family Specialist for California MENTOR Family Support Services, a member of the Sevita Family, you'll provide assistance and guidance to the children and families served as a mentor, coach, and advocate. Each day, the connections you make and the compassion you bring make a difference in the lives of our participants. You'll work alongside a dedicated team of staff and supportive supervisors, while you grow your career.
Salary: $23.56 Hourly
Community based - mileage reimbursement
Responsibilities:
Provide in-home and community based supports - connect child and family to resources (schools, parks, recreation etc.)
Attend review hearings and Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings
Advocate for child and family's needs and prepare child and family for Child and Family Team (CFT) activities
Work with foster families to build and maintain positive, supportive, and encouraging working relationships and connect them to resources
Prepare each foster child for the identified permanency goal
Manage conflict and family crises through reference to family safety plan
Co-facilitate training and/or activities for children
Provide mentoring and teaching resources: nurturing/parenting skills, problem-solving/conflict resolution skills, child development, self-esteem concepts, safety plan for children and parents, and basic needs
Documentation and record keeping
Qualifications:
Associate Arts degree in Human Services, Social Work or Psychology plus 1 year experience working with high risk youth; OR a high school diploma (or GED) plus 3 years' experience working with high risk youth
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Current driver's license (valid for 1 year minimum), car registration, and auto insurance
Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks
A reliable, responsible attitude, compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do
Why Join Us?
· Competitive Pay : Ful benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week, including a 401 (k)with a 3% company match
· Time Off : Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
· Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
· Job Security : A stable job at an established, growing company
· Learning & Development : We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career
We have meaningful work for you - come join our team - Apply Today!
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
