First Place for Youth • San Jose, CA 95112
Job #2688199060
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Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team.
About First Place for Youth We’re a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.
Why Work at First Place For Youth
POSITION SUMMARY: The Direct Care Floater is responsible for providing direct youth supportive service coverage during times a position is vacant and or when current staff is on leave of absence. This is a temporary position and the hours and schedule will vary depending on the needs of the organization and the candidate’s availability. This would be a great opportunity for someone who is looking to gain new experience with access to multiple different roles, works part time and is looking for additional work hours, would like to gain hours toward licensure, or someone who has experience in a related field and is looking to gain experience in multiple roles. Floater staff will support Youth Advocate (Case Manager), Education and Employment Specialist, and Housing Specialist positions to provide case management, skills development, assessment, crisis management and implementation of intervention strategies that directly support youth to build skills towards independent living. The Floater staff is active in developing, supporting and implementing an individualized, strengths based, culturally competent, youth-centered approach. A successful Floater staff understands how to motivate, coach, and mentor young adults to achieve goals while transitioning into adult lives from the foster care system. Please note, this is a flexible position where hours will vary due to the needs of the organization. Candidates will have the opportunity to accept hours based on agency need and their personal availability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Direct Care and Interventions 35%
Documentation/Administrative Duties (30%)
Qualification and Requirements:
*We do not offer relocation assistance Local candidates preferred
*Pay will be determined based on Education and Experience.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of transition age foster youth and want to join a dynamic and impactful organization, we invite you to apply. Together, let's empower transition age foster youth to achieve their dreams and build a brighter future. To learn more about First Place For Youth and view our current job openings, please visit our website at ~~~/careers
We are unable to sponsor work visas now or in the future.
First Place will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and applicable law. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage or reviewing this guidance provide by the City of San Francisco. For additional information regarding your rights, please also review the Summary of Your Rights Under the FCRA.
Compensation details: 32.16-34.29 Hourly Wage
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