We are currently seeking an Education/Youth Care Worker to join our residential team. The Education/Youth Care Worker is responsible for the meaningful engagement of Unaccompanied Children (UC) for the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), with the aim of meeting the developmental, cultural and care needs by ensuring their day-to-day care, actively participating in education and program activities, supporting, the UC’s case plan and developing their personal skills. The Education-Youth Care Worker reports directly to the Direct Care Supervisor. Due to the nature of our work, may be assigned in the classroom or as homework helpers’ afterschool. Other duties include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring a safe home for Unaccompanied Children (UC’s).
• Promote growth and development in the children and assist them in reaching goals in accordance with their treatment plan.
• Encourage and assist in learning competencies for independence.
• Initiate incident reports concerning behavioral problems, injuries, or accidents; provide complete and accurate documentation including dorm logs and other reports as assigned.
• Adhere to Case Plan for assigned UC with direction from Caseworkers and/or supervisor.
• Attend meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Assist youth with varying needs to be successful with schoolwork (distance learning and homework).
• Work with youth during distance learning on-line classes and during non-school hours to improve reading, math and general academic subject skills; help improve overall study habits.
• Assist in maintaining a supportive learning environment and atmosphere conducive to the youth’s academic success.
• Assist youth in safely using computers and other audio-visual equipment, with attention to monitoring use of secure and appropriate internet sites.
• Drive a vehicle when necessary.

Skills/Requirements:

• A High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelors preferred.
• Must be able to help youth with course work up to 12th grade level.
• Experience working in a facility/program similar to Trinity or one involved with the counseling, education, or recreation of youth is preferred.
• Should have an interest in working directly with youth in accordance with the general requirements as established in the California Administrative Code, Title 22.
• Must communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to pass a physical examination; drug clearance; criminal background check and Child Abuse Index check.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license with clean DMV history and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and be insurable by Trinity’s insurance carrier.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish).

Pay rate: $18.50 per hour.

Why work for Trinity Youth Services?

In addition to providing employees with the opportunity to make a positive, significant, lasting difference in the lives of children and families in a supportive setting, Trinity also offers the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Time & Holiday Pay
• Retirement Plans
• Career Advancement Opportunities

About Trinity Youth Services

Since 1966, Trinity has been a premier provider of children’s programs and services in California, specializing in Short-Term residential Therapeutic Programs (STRTP), mental health services, foster care, Intensive Services Foster Care (ISFC) and adoption. Since its inception, Trinity has helped more than 65,000 children and youth.

Trinity seeks team members with a genuine commitment to the empowerment of at-risk children and their families, and a willingness to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, which requires dedication and a desire to have a positive impact on the lives of children who have experienced trauma. We believe that training and career development are keys to employee retention and satisfaction, and we prefer to promote from within.

Our Values

We value safety, well-being, and permanency for children and youth.

We value embracing research, best practices and proven approaches that help children and youth.

We value staff and are committed to providing them with the knowledge, skills, and tools to be successful.

We value the ability to adapt and change as the needs of our stakeholders adapt and change.

We value open, honest and transparent governance and management practices.

For more information about Trinity Youth Services, please visit our website at www.trinityys.org.

Covid-19 Vaccine Requirement

As of October 15, 2021, Trinity Youth Services has required the COVID-19 vaccine for all employees, excluding those with an approved medical or religious exemption, as a condition of employment to help ensure the safety of all employees and youth and families served.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working with 12th grade level students?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)
• Tutoring: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person