Youth Partner (Part-time)

Koinonia Family Services•Tustin, CA

4d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Koinonia Family Services is hiring a part-time Youth Partner with lived adoption experience to support adoptive families in the Tustin area. The role provides mentorship, support, and guidance to youth previously adopted through the foster care system. The Youth Partner collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to help youth develop coping skills, navigate resources, and express their perspectives. The schedule is approximately 15–20 hours per week, with occasional evening and weekend hours; scheduled hours may increase as families are referred for services. The position pays $18.00–$20.00 per hour, or more depending on prior wraparound experience. Candidates must complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI, as well as a pre-employment physical and TB test. A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required because driving is an essential job function, including visiting client homes, transporting youth, and engaging with community partners.

Requirements

First-hand experience as an adoptee.
A desire to help youth navigate challenges and build successful outcomes.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A trauma-informed perspective and commitment to advocacy.
Sufficient progress in one's personal journey to positively contribute to the journeys of others.
Ability and maturity to provide guidance, support, and mentorship to young people.
Ability to establish and maintain effective personal working relationships.
A high degree of integrity and confidentiality.
A flexible schedule to meet work requirements.
Completion of criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice and FBI.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and TB test.
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Provide mentorship and peer support to youth enrolled in the program.
Share relevant personal experiences to build trust and connection.
Advocate for youth perspectives during treatment planning and goal setting.
Provide psychoeducation, including de-escalation tools and trigger identification.
Conduct in-person and virtual meetings with youth, with some evening availability required.
Support youth in understanding the value of connecting with extended family and community support.
Assist in developing strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
Document services provided in compliance with agency standards.
Visit client homes, transport youth, and engage with community partners as needed.