*INCREMENTAL HIRING BONUS BASED ON EXPERIENCE*

Reach to Win Youth Home & Family Services is a Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP). The program provides daily assistance, mental healthcare support, and living accommodations to youth in need. We provide a home environment.

We are seeking a qualified candidate to join our team. The essence of the Mental Health Direct Care Worker is best stated to be accountable for meeting the needs of teen girls and non-minor dependent girls. To provide adequate care and supervision of youth residents that are always in our care individually and in groups, in accordance with applicable law, licensing regulations, our clinical team and facility policies. The Mental Health Direct Care Worker's goals will be to improve the quality of life and make a difference in the lives of the youth under their direct care by providing direct supervision, support and behavior management in a safe, therapeutic, and nurturing environment residing in residential care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess at least ONE of the following.

· Bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree.

· A valid Child Development Teaching Permit.

· Demonstrated completion of 12 semester hours of Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, or Foster and Kinship Care Education, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth.

· A valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth.

· A valid vocational training certificate, credential, or documentation demonstrating they are a trade journeyperson, who instructs youth in vocational skills plus at least 100 hours of experience working with youth as a mentor, athletic coach, teacher, vocational coach, tutor, counselor, or other relevant experience as determined by California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

· Previous employment as a full-time staff member, or volunteer service at a group home, STRTP, or substance abuse treatment program for at least one year.

· Relevant life experience in the child welfare, mental health, or juvenile justice system(s) as a consumer, mentor, or caregiver, or other relevant experience as determined by CDSS.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Possess a valid driver license; Have access to a reliable and insured vehicle Have a clean DMV print out **no more than one point if under 25 years of age **no more than two points if over 25 years of age

· Current CPR and First Aid Certification

· Must complete criminal record review and a Child Abuse Center Index check in accordance with applicable law.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• youth supervision: 2 years (Required)
• trauma-informed mental health care: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Antioch, CA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Antioch, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person