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    Youth Development Counselor - Los Angeles, United States - Job MobZ

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    Company Description

    Get to know us:

    For over 100 years, Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services (VDM) has taken great pride in providing exceptional programs and services for children and families throughout LA County. VDM envisions a community where all children and families are equipped and prepared to live productive, fulfilling lives. We serve the most vulnerable in Los Angeles, many of whom have faced multi-generational inequities. Vista Del Mar is guided by core values of empowerment, equity, and excellence.

    Culture:

    At Vista Del Mar, our success is empowered by our staff, families, residents, and clients. We believe in the inclusion and liberation of marginalized communities, standing in unity for justice and recognizing long-standing systemic oppression. We acknowledge we are part of an unjust system and strongly advocate to change oppressive systems and the unconscious bias that affect staff, clients, and families in all communities. Vista is committed to developing a culture of healing, community care, and creating a sense of belonging. Our actions will be louder than our words.

    Folks who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ+, of a marginalized gender, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression, and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply.

    Mission:

    Vista Del Mar provides a trauma-responsive continuum of services to empower children, youth, and families in Southern California to lead fulfilling lives.

    Job Description

    Role Overview:
    • Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services is accepting resumes for Direct Care Staff/ Youth Development Counselors. The Youth Development Counselor is in charge of successfully conducting youth development activities for children in our residential group homes. Specific tasks are assigned by the Direct Care Staff (YDC) Supervisor or Program Director for the YDC to accomplish.
    Essential Job Duties:
    • Constant supervision, protection, and care of youth, individually and in groups at all times in a manner consistent with their personal rights, to ensure safety within a trauma informed framework.
    • Work as a part of the treatment team to help youth in the development of various skills including social, vocational, educational, hygiene and other skills.
    • In collaboration with the VDM team, develop and implement various activities for the youth.
    • Demonstrates an understanding and practice of relationship-based treatment, strength-based, Trauma-informed, and culturally/LGBTQ-sensitive approach in working with youth while administering appropriate and effective interventions and sets limits for behavior per agency policy.
    • Is responsible for agency vehicles under their care and signing in and out of the vehicle log sheet.
    • Participates in and/or conducts cottage group meetings, and documents meeting content.
    Qualifications

    What You Bring to VDM:
    • BA required.
    • Minimum 1 year experience working with adolescents in a residential treatment facility.
    • Must be 21 years or older.
    • Must have a good driving record and valid California Driver's License.
    • COVID-19 Vaccination Card (fully vaccinated with booster) required.
    Additional Information

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $ $22.00 per hour

    What Can We Offer You for All Your Hard Work?
    • Full benefits offered (Medical, Dental, Vision)
    • FSA/Dependent Care and Supplemental benefits through The Standard
    • 403(b) - 3% Employer contribution based off annual salary
    • 4 Mental Health Days
    • Up to 12 Paid Holidays
    • Up to 25% for Cell Phone Discounts with 3 Major Carriers (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint)
    Vista Del Mar's Credentials:

    Our nationally recognized clinical programs have been awarded a Gold Seal by the Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation possible. In addition, our educational facilities are fully accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and our graduate degree program is recognized worldwide for its high quality of instructions.

    Equal Employment Statement

    Vista Del Mar is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Vista Del Mar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment.


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