Site Associate, Roots to Grow

Safe Place For Youth • Los Angeles, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Site Associate, Roots to Grow is responsible for the general oversight of the property, including maintaining cleanliness, supporting site safety, responding to crises, and assisting with conflict resolution. This position reports directly to the Site Supervisor, Roots to Grow and plays an important role in supporting a safe and stable living environment for residents. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or any related field is preferred . Related work or lived experience will be strongly considered in place of or in addition to a Bachelor’s degree.
• 2+ years in experience providing direct services to high-risk transition age youth is preferred.
• Working knowledge of child and adolescent social, emotional, and cognitive development, and trauma informed care is preferred.
• A commitment to and passion for the mission, vision, values and culture of SPY
• A self-starter who is prepared to drive innovative solutions within the organization
• Must possess great communication and organizational skills
• An ability to work in a fast paced environment that requires effective collaboration with a variety of organizations and individuals
• A valid California driver’s license, auto insurance, and the ability to transport clients seeking housing and other services are required.
• Bilingual Spanish/English a plus .
• Subject to criminal and driving background checks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive

Responsibilities

• Daily house and property inspection to maintain curb appeal and resident safety
• Maintain adequate inventory and storage of program supplies, including snacks, materials for activities, cleaning supplies, laundry soaps, office supplies, etc.
• Assist with program intakes and exits, including preparing intake packets, documentation of requirements, and conducting exit service evaluations.
• Coordinate and assist with food and meal supports in the program, including Food Pantry donations.
• Report all issues concerning resident health and safety, maintenance or other areas of concern to appropriate managers/point persons within SPY’s Maintenance Department in a timely manner, and track outcomes
• Interact with and build relationships with program residents, demonstrating the ability to support resident success, solve problems and enforce house rules, and provide crisis response and conflict resolution with and among residents.
• Communicate emerging and outstanding issues to the Housing Programs Manager in a timely manner; work closely with case managers to resolve issues.
• Coordinate volunteers providing services on site.
• Create and make available resource lists and other information to support residents in accessing needed amenities in the neighborhood.
• In coordination with SPY program team members, coordinate and implement on-site educational, life skills, and healing arts programs, offered by staff, community partners or other volunteers.
• Assist in the preparation of required program reports.
• Drive SPY vehicles to transport residents to services and community activities
• Work within established legal and ethical guidelines
• Ability to work nights/weekends
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Benefits

• comprehensive health coverage
• 403b with agency contribution
• ample paid time off
• professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level