Description

JOB TITLE: Site Associate - A Bridge Home (On-Call)

Open Shifts: (16 Hours Per Week)

Monday- Friday - AM Support, (7:00am-3:30pm)

Monday-Friday PM Support, (3:00pm-11:30pm)

Graveyard (11:00pm-7:30am)

Saturday-Sunday (3:00pm-11:30pm)

Saturday-Sunday (11:00pm- 7:30am)

LOCATION: Venice, CA 

REPORTS TO: On-Call Supervisor

STATUS: Part-time, 16 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt

CELL PHONE: Reimbursement

DRIVER POSITION: Yes [If Yes, Please See Below] 

HOURLY RATE: $21.00 - $22.00/hr

ABOUT US:

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low-barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability so that they can thrive, not just survive. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs. 

SPY is a unique social impact agency that is committed to overcoming structural barriers to equity, community collaboration, and innovative youth-focused programming. If you have the skills, passion, and collaborative spirit, join our growing team of over 100 employees.

SPY strives to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including (but by no means limited to) racial, ethnic, gender identity, and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that the inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change. We explicitly seek applications from those who self-identify as coming from historically marginalized populations to enrich and elevate our equity-centered approach to problem-solving.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a housing team member, the Site Associate will work in Venice (low-barrier, high tolerance) to provide services for SPY members experiencing homelessness. The Site Associate is expected to provide support and services to residents, most of which have a variety of complex health, functional and social needs, in order to help them transition back into the community. The Site Associate assists residents in breaking the cycle of homelessness by engaging with members. The role will also support site safety and documentation and collaborate with other departments to ensure that residents have a successful onboarding stay. 

The ideal candidate will strongly understand direct service to at-risk populations and trauma-informed care. Specific knowledge or experience related to transitional-aged youth experiencing homelessness is a plus.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

· Act as the first point of contact for all new youth residents at the site/location. Greet and build rapport with residents on a daily basis; encourage residents to engage with ABH programming and services. 

· Ensure the grounds and facility are safe and secure for residents, staff and volunteers. 

· Organize and coordinate engagement activities; support ABH programming as needed. 

· De-escalate conflict and provide crisis intervention and mediation to youth as needed. 

· Collaborate with the case management team to coordinate members' care and to ensure they receive the services and support they need to achieve and maintain physical and mental health, and housing stability. 

· Keep detailed notes and track data in the SPY database and external databases as needed. 

· Complete and submit all required forms, case records, statistical reports and documentation to appropriate parties within designated timelines. 

· Develop close working relationships with local service providers, outreach workers, case managers, and collaborative agencies. 

· Utilize harm-reduction, trauma-informed, and housing-first approach. 

· Participate in meetings with collaborative agencies and other community meetings as directed. 

· Maintain safety and support on the grounds common area 

· Do daily duties like temperature checks/daily verifications for members. 

· Perform daily bungalow check-ins 

· Maintain a healthy and professional manner with members

· Support during breakfast, lunch, and dinner prep 

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the program and organization 

Requirements

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

· A commitment to and passion for the mission, vision, values, and culture of SPY

· Demonstrated ability to deal with conflict and crisis; knowledge of de-escalation techniques

· 1 years experience in social services or related field 

· 1 years of experience providing direct services to high-risk youth including counseling and advocacy

· Knowledge of social services for youth experiencing homelessness and at-risk of homelessness

· A willingness to work collaboratively as part of the SPY team and the ability to work harmoniously as part of a diverse workforce 

· A devotion to ensuring SPY's site remains clean, beautiful, and a hopeful place for those who enter

· A self-starter who is prepared to drive innovative solutions for an emerging organization 

· An ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires effective collaboration with a variety of organizations and individuals

· Knowledge of trauma-informed care, harm reduction and housing-first models 

· Must possess great communication and organizational skills 

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook), and Google Drive (preferred) 

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the program and organization 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors.

· Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary- up to 15-20 pounds at times.

Mandated Reporting Requirements: The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, Revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: In an effort to stem the significant increase in COVID-19 positive tests as a result of the Delta variant, the State Health Officer has issued an order, which went into effect on August 9, 2021, requiring paid and unpaid workers of homeless services organizations to provide proof of vaccination and/or booster (if eligible for the booster shot) or participate in weekly COVID-19 testing if still not fully vaccinated. Please send proof of vaccination to HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. Failure to provide proof of vaccination will require the candidate to produce a negative test result within 72 hours of their first day of employment and commit to weekly testing. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, contact HR at HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. Please be mindful that these accommodations are limited in nature.

Driver Positions:

Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. Examples of an unsatisfactory driving record include:

· Suspended or revoked license

· Three or more moving violations in the past 36 months

· Any violations, including drugs, alcohol, or controlled substances, within the past 24 months

· Reckless driving, including hits and runs, within the past 24 months

· At fault accidents, resulting in a fatality or serious injury, within the past 5 years

The motor vehicle record will need to include a review of all states listed on the individual's employment application and resume. See instructions on obtaining your driving record below:

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/

For driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Safe Place for Youth offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive health coverage, 403b with agency contribution, and vacation/sick time. We also offer unique perks, including weekly meditation/mindfulness and professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth. 

All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Safe Place for Youth is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring requirements.

Please include references in your application.