Youth Advocate (Lena's House) FT M-F 3-11pm

Ruby's Place•Castro Valley, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Restorative Pathways (RP), a nonprofit working to end domestic violence, human trafficking, and violent crime, is hiring a Youth Advocate for Lena’s House, a shelter serving self-identified young women with a reported history of sex or labor trafficking, domestic violence, or risk of such abuse. The role provides shift coverage for shelter operations and support to Case Management staff. Services are described as no-cost, low-barrier, trauma-sensitive, and client-centered. The Youth Advocate provides confidential, holistic, client-centered, trauma-informed services; supports and orients residents; and helps maintain the facility and program operations. The role is fully in person in Hayward, California, Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Applicants must be located in the greater Bay Area. Local travel in the greater Bay Area may be required. The position is non-exempt and pays $29.87 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Either two years of full-time experience, or equivalent, working with the population to be served; equivalent education or experience as determined by CDSS; or two years’ experience as a member of the social work staff in a group home or short-term residential therapeutic program.
Be at least 21 years old.
Exhibit integrity and good moral character to provide appropriate care to unaccompanied children (UC).
Have relevant experience and/or qualifications to work with UC and UC with special needs.
Provide proof of immunity to respiratory-transmitted vaccine-preventable diseases, including Varicella, Tdap, and influenza, if working directly with UC, and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Meet the stated child-abuse and neglect-related eligibility requirements, including requirements concerning domestic violence and sexual abuse facilitated by force, or civil or administrative adjudication.
Possess or complete after hiring the state-mandated 40-hour Domestic Violence counselor certification.
Be able to lift 25 pounds.
Have a valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance, and be approved by Restorative Pathways insurance to drive agency vehicles.
Complete a background check, Live Scan fingerprinting, and Community Care Licensing requirement documents, and meet all Community Care Licensing requirements.
Be available on-site during scheduled shift hours and days, Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Be able to stand for long periods and perform physical activities.
Be able to multitask and handle stress amid frequent interruptions.
Applicants must be located in the greater Bay Area.

Nice To Haves

Experience in child welfare, case management, crisis intervention, or peer counseling.
Experience working with survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence.
Experience working with the immigrant community.
Experience providing direct services to survivors in a residential setting.
Understanding of trauma-sensitive care and sensitivity to diverse populations and languages, including family dynamics and cultural practices.
Lived or professional experience with the immigrant, Latinx community and understanding of challenges faced by newcomers.

Responsibilities

Monitor the facility during day, evening, and/or overnight shifts.
Provide emotional support to residents and practice active listening.
Conduct telephone screening for potential clients.
Perform basic maintenance and cleaning, supervise chores, stock supplies, and maintain general supply inventory.
Assist with data entry, filing, and other clerical duties.
Provide confidential, holistic, client-centered, trauma-informed services.
Orient new residents to the facility.
Provide back-up in-person or phone shift coverage to other Shelter Programs as necessary.
Assist with general program operations.
Complete a functional timesheet by assigned due dates and in compliance with time allocations.
Actively participate in reflective supervision.
Create and maintain documentation of processes and procedures related to job duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.