COMPLEX YOUTH SPECIALIST

cbfbdc9a-a7f6-4833-9211-9b7695508c8f•Yucaipa, CA

14h•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Trinity Youth Services is seeking a Complex Youth Specialist to join its residential team in Yucaipa, California. The role works with foster youth ages 13–18 and is responsible for their direct supervision while in care. The specialist supports youth who have experienced trauma in developing knowledge, skills, and tools to break cycles of abuse and work toward their goals. The position involves working in a supportive but demanding, fast-paced environment. Training, support, and strategies for success are provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus at least one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in social sciences or child development; at least one year of previous employment or volunteer experience at a group home, STRTP, or substance abuse treatment program; lived experience in the child welfare, mental health, juvenile justice, or developmental disabilities system as a consumer or caregiver; or at least 100 hours of relevant experience working with youth as a mentor, athletic coach, teacher, vocational coach, tutor, or counselor.
Must be at least 21 years old and able to pass a physical examination, drug clearance, criminal background check, and Child Abuse Index check.
Valid California driver’s license, clean DMV history, ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, and ability to be insured by Trinity’s insurance carrier.
Interest in working directly with youth in accordance with general requirements established in the California Administrative Code, Title 22.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing.
Must be able to meet the COVID-19 vaccine requirement, unless granted an approved medical or religious exemption.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish/English skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain one-on-one supervision of children at all times, focusing on behavior, safety, and general well-being.
Promote children’s growth and development and help them reach goals in accordance with their individualized treatment plans.
Initiate incident reports concerning behavioral problems, injuries, or accidents, and complete accurate documentation, including dorm logs and other assigned reports.
Use appropriate trauma-informed interventions to redirect behavior and help each child develop self-control.
Drive a vehicle and transport youth when necessary.
Act as a positive role model and proactively help children overcome the effects of prior trauma.