Youth Advocate (Lena's House) FT M-F Overnight 11pm-7am

Ruby's Place•Castro Valley, CA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Advocate provides shift coverage for the operation of Restorative Pathways’ shelter for self-identified young women with a reported history of sex or labor trafficking, domestic violence, or risk of such abuse. The role also supports Case Management staff and provides confidential, holistic, client-centered, trauma-informed services. This is a full-time, in-person position in Hayward, California, scheduled Monday through Friday from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. (40 hours per week). The position is non-exempt and pays $29.87 per hour. Restorative Pathways is an innovative nonprofit working to end domestic violence, human trafficking, and violent crime through hope, advocacy, and connection. Its services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, rental subsidies, mental health services, substance recovery, and wrap-around services. Services are provided at no cost, are trauma-sensitive and client-centered, and programs are low barrier. The organization is led by survivors and emphasizes reflection, innovation, connection, and the voices of people most affected by violence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of full-time experience, or equivalent, working with the population to be served; alternatively, 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.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Demonstrate 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.
If working directly with UC, provide proof of immunity to respiratory-route vaccine-preventable diseases, including Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza; be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Meet the stated child-protection eligibility conditions: no engagement in child abuse or neglect, including domestic violence, and no conviction of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual abuse facilitated by force or undergoing civil or administrative adjudication.
Possess or complete after hiring the State-mandated 40-hour Domestic Violence counselor certification.
Be able to lift 25 pounds and stand for long periods and perform physical activities.
Hold 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, Community Care Licensing documents, and all Community Care Licensing requirements.
Be located in the greater Bay Area and available to work on-site during scheduled Monday-through-Friday, 11 p.m.-to-7 a.m. shifts.
Demonstrate commitment to preventing interpersonal violence and sensitivity to serving diverse populations.
Have strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills and a survivor-centered approach to services.
Have lived or professional experience with the immigrant, Latinx community and awareness of challenges newcomers face when immigrating.
Be compassionate and motivated to work with the immigrant community.
Be able to work collaboratively and independently, manage time, organize work, meet deadlines, prioritize multiple time-sensitive projects, and follow through.
Be flexible, creative, accountable, and able to take initiative in emergencies.
Be able to multitask and handle stress amid frequent interruptions.

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, languages, family dynamics, and cultural practices.
Lived experience or direct experience working with survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, or violent crime.
Understanding of the unique nature of a mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities

Monitor the facility during assigned day, evening, and/or overnight shifts.
Provide emotional support to residents and practice active listening.
Conduct telephone screenings for potential clients.
Perform basic maintenance and cleaning, supervise chores, and stock and inventory general supplies.
Assist with data entry, filing, and other clerical duties.
Provide confidential, holistic, client-centered, trauma-informed services.
Orient new residents to the facility.
Provide backup 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.