Field specialist- Full Time- Evenings

2 weeks ago

Fairfield CA, United States First Place for Youth Full time

First Place For Youth-Join Our Team Video Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team.
About First Place for Youth We’re a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.
Why Work at First Place For Youth :
Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.
Culture of Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.

The ILSP Specialist, provides targeted educational and employment support to current and former foster care youth in the Solano ILSP program in addition to providing key data entry, clerical, programmatic, and operations support to the Solano Independent Living Skills Program of First Place for Youth by enrolling youth into the ILSP program. This position will support youth to identify and work toward educational and employment goals that support their long term permanency as well as ensuring all office operations are working accurately and efficiently. This post will provide light touch and intensive education services, case coordinate with external providers, link youth to community resources, and act as an advocate and resource in all youth services towards their education and employment goals. Program Operations
Assess educational status and interests of youth participants.
Develop and maintain relationships with high schools, GED services, colleges, and vocational schools.
Counsel youth participants on available financial aid and assist them in the application process.
Interface with special education departments and staff, support IEP meetings for youth.
Lead workshops for youth participants on education-related topics.
Work with external service providers to ensure youth develop and maintain their educational plan.
Coordinate education services with external services providers where youth are housed.
Identify and advocate for services that youth need in order to reach their goals.
Provide crisis service resource and referral for homeless and runaway youth as needed.
Leverage external provider support to ensure youth receive essential services and resources.
Build strong partner relationships with county social workers, group homes, TLPs, and other key community resources for in-care and out of care youth.
Ensure youth are meeting Action Plan goals with respect to education.
Enter all data on time and correctly to support program evaluation and outcomes tracking.
Attend weekly program meetings, monthly agency staff meetings, and individual weekly supervision with Solano ILSP Manager.
Enter data into CTK (Apricot Data Base)
Attend GOALS meetings as needed to discuss ILSP service to youth and providers in collaborate manner.
Complete intake assessments with new referred youth to ILSP to ensure services can be delivering on a timely manner.
Participate in the youth intake process; conduct initial youth assessments; support initial youth entrance treatment/service plans.
Collaborate and maintain consistent communication with County Social Workers and Probation Officers to complete all documentation accurately and thoroughly to ensure youth are timely served into ILSP program.
Ensure youth and their social workers/PO’s attend the meeting and are clear about the process and requirements for ILSP services.
Bachelor’s degree required. Master's degree is a social work or education related field preferred.
Three years of experience working with at-risk youth in an employment and educational context, preferably current and former foster youth.
Excellent knowledge of education for youth in Solano County.
General knowledge of the issues facing transition age foster youth.
Bilingual (Spanish preferred but not required)
General knowledge of the issues facing transitioning foster youth
Computer Skills – Proficiency with current MS Office suite applications including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, Project and Outlook. Experience with database systems.
Must be comfortable working in community settings
A dependable car, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance are preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word and Excel, outlook and PowerPoint
High level of personal accountability for the quality and impact of work
Must be able to pass Community Care Licensing background check.
Must work onsite at the SF ILSP Center as required by the contract
Availability for occasional evening and weekend work and some travel as needed.
Commitment to cultural competency and diversity – Deep commitment to social justice and systems change that addresses barriers based on race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity
Full-time position
~2 flexible holidays
~14 paid holidays
~ Delta Dental Premium PPO
~ 401k Retirement Savings with Match

*We do not offer relocation assistance Local candidates preferred
*If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of transition age foster youth and want to join a dynamic and impactful organization, we invite you to apply. Together, let's empower transition age foster youth to achieve their dreams and build a brighter future. To learn more about First Place For Youth and view our current job openings, please visit our website at .
We are unable to sponsor work visas now or in the future.
67 Hourly Wage

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