Youth & Family Development Associate

SBCS Corporation•Escondido, CA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth & Family Development Associate position is within the EMS Wraparound Program, under the Department of Youth & Community Wellness. This is a regular full-time, non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $23. The position is located at Palomar College in North County San Diego and operates Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with potential schedule variations to meet program and participant needs. The program aims to provide Transitional Age Youth (TAY) with supportive services including case management, monthly stipends, one-time equipment purchases, and barrier reduction support to encourage engagement and successful completion of the EMS Corps Education and Training Program. This role specifically supports the EMS Corps North County/Palomar College cohort, assisting participants in obtaining EMT certification and transitioning into full-time employment in the EMS workforce.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social science, psychology, criminal justice, or related field OR a minimum of 4 years related experience providing direct service to justice or child welfare involved youth (18 to 26 years of age) as an equivalency.
A minimum of 1 – 2 years of program experience working with special populations of youth (homeless, foster care, justice involved) and provision of direct services.
Excellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Experience empowering and challenging individuals to meet goals and holding them accountable.
Ability to establish authentic relationships and work in a team environment to meet team and company goals.
Ability to work with, maintain and exercise discretion in handling confidential information (medical, financial, personal).
Ability to engage others easily, maintain an empathetic stance, and de-escalate challenging situations.
Must be computer literate, as well as have familiarity with personal computers.
Demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrates innovation and creativity with an interest in creating programming and services tailored to the needs of a unique population.
Ability to work with a diverse population, possess cultural sensitivity, and maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
Reliable transportation.
Possess and maintain a current valid California driver’s license and valid auto insurance policy.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Case Manager is the primary point of contact, with the goal of creating an authentic relationship with program youth.
Build trust and understanding with the youth by creating individualized service plans and meeting with them several times a week at school, home, or in their community to ensure they stay on track.
Equip the youth with the resources and stability to successfully complete their training, obtain certification, and secure employment.
Work as part of the youth support team, including the Life Coach and Educators, to remove barriers and increase the likelihood of successful program completion.
Perform outreach and recruitment of eligible applicants by providing program presentations and meetings with agencies and entities serving the population.
Collaborate with other partners and staff to support youth’s successful completion of EMS training.
Maintain regular communication with assigned students at key points in the semester, including reminders about important dates, upcoming events, and processes.
Ensure youth are supported for a minimum of 3 months post-graduation to help them navigate the challenges of a new job.
Develop strength-based, assessment-driven, individualized service plans for each participant.
Provide participants with quality trauma-informed case management services, including follow-up and referrals to other support agencies.
Conduct job searches for all clients and provide one-on-one job counseling.
Collaborate with multiple professionals (e.g., job navigator, reentry specialist, and Probation).
Provide safe, secure transportation to clients for basic needs items and appointments.
Provide crisis intervention to clients as needed.
Develop and maintain contacts with employers to obtain job leads upon graduation.
Support youth in academic success by educating them on study habits, ensuring attendance, and identifying academic supports, including tutoring.
Coordinate job interviews with employers and participants.
Attend all agency required meetings and training.
Perform other duties as assigned.