Children Family Specialist

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, believes children belong in the family home whenever it is safe and possible. Through our Family Support Services, we help families of youth at risk with complex mental health, behavioral and other needs overcome the challenges they face together. Our diverse, multilingual specialists support families from a wide range of backgrounds who may be facing out of home placements or reunification

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: $49,000 Annually (Salary Plus Overtime)

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?

• Full-time position (40 hours/week)
• Full compensation/benefits package plus 401(k) with company match.
• Generous Paid time off and holiday pay.
• "On-Demand Pay"- get paid for the days you work without waiting for payday! All employees have the option to access their pay as soon as they earn it through their employee app - no fees and super easy!
• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

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.