Independent Living Program Coordinator

4 weeks ago

Oakland, United States Side by Side Full time $34

AGENCY OVERVIEW

Since our founding in 1895 in Marin County as an orphanage – and through subsequent years as Sunny Hills Services – Side by Side has been at the forefront of best practices in child welfare, working with the most vulnerable youth in our community. Today, Side by Side operates in four counties – Marin, Alameda, Sonoma, and Napa – across the Bay Area, reaching nearly 2,000 children, young adults, and family members per year with much-needed services related to behavioral and mental health, early intervention in schools, LGBTQIA+ support, transitional housing for foster youth, and special education.

Side By Side places high value on individuals with a passion for helping underserved youth and families in a collaborative and inclusive work culture. We strive to work together to create a trauma-informed workplace where we walk the walk of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles.

COMPENSATION

This full-time position has a rate of pay of $33.66 per hour.

BENEFITS

  • 3 weeks of paid vacation for F/T employees increasing to 4 weeks of vacation after 2 years of service (for non-school staff)
  • 2 weeks of sick leave for F/T employees with 2 additional sick days for direct service staff
  • 10 paid holidays per year and 1 Self-Care Anniversary Day each year
  • 100% employer-paid Medical for F/T employees including platinum level Kaiser Permanente insurance, Sutter Health or Anthem options
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Long Term Disability insurance up to $9,000 per month, plus $50,000 Life and AD&D insurance. Employees have an option to purchase additional Life Insurance at their own cost.
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Professional development and other learning opportunities including unlimited access to over 1,000 behavioral health courses online. Side By Side is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
  • FREE Employee Assistance Program including up to 10 complimentary personal counseling sessions per problem, per year for staff and dependents
  • Employee recognition program with $1,000 bonus awards
  • Employee referral bonus of up to $1,000
  • Pet Insurance

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Independent Living Program provides every eligible youth in care with independent living skills training to assist in the transition to a successful and independent lifestyle. ILP services are currently delivered to youth ages 14-21 by Side by Side in partnership with Alameda County Social Services.

There is an option for this position to become hybrid based on an ongoing demonstration of autonomy and continuously meeting program expectations.

JOB SUMMARY

The Independent Living Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating facilitators, trainers, and special guests for workshops, as well as tracking and distributing incentives and program-related stipends. This role's primary function is to ensure that there are programmatic ILP offerings on a monthly basis that are responsive to the needs of the ILP population and incentivize program engagement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES / EXPECTATIONS

  • Plan, schedule, and execute workshops, events, and experiences for ILP youth and program partners that ensure program engagement
  • Create and maintain a sustainable quarterly and annual calendar of workshops, events, and experiences in collaboration with CM’s and specialists.
  • Keep referral sources appraised of program changes, events, workshops, and evolutions.
  • Work with ILP Leadership to coordinate workshop facilitators and special guests for ILP workshops.
  • Track and distribute incentives and program-related stipends.
  • Attend and participate in all relevant supervisions, meetings, and trainings
  • Create and sustain impactful relationships with CWWs, POs, and STRTP Staff to ensure program engagement.
  • Manage ILP website and social media sites to ensure youth and community partners are engaged and informed of all ILP offerings.
  • Draft, publish, and distribute a weekly or bi-monthly ILP newsletter.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and expectations required of the position.

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Ethical Conduct: Adheres to the agency's Code of Conduct and maintains strict confidentiality related to client, staff, donor, and other Agency information.
  • Inclusivity: Supports an inclusive environment with respect to all clients, staff, and stakeholders.
  • Technology: Proficient in the use of personal computers and web-based programs, including Microsoft Office products.
  • Communication: Communicates clearly in writing and orally, responds well, and uses good judgment about important information.
  • Personal and Interpersonal Skills: Interacts well with clients and co-workers, maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Teamwork: Collaborates well with colleagues, offering support and participating in group situations.

POSITION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

  • Enthusiastic and strengths-based approach to partnering with youth and collaborating with peers.
  • Knowledge and self-awareness regarding issues of race, class, and ethnicity.
  • Commitment to working in a diverse workplace and involvement of families in services.
  • Experience with therapeutic modalities suitable for youth and their families.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with trauma-informed care.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • 2+ years working with adolescent and TAY populations, preferably with systems engaged youth and TAY.
  • 2+ years of experience in professional social media and/or visual content creation.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent communication skills required.
  • Detail oriented and organized.
  • California Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance required.
  • A valid California driver's license and personal automobile are necessary.
  • Covid-19 vaccination mandated for all staff, with exceptions for medical or religious reasons.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Sitting, walking, standing for extended periods.
  • Twisting and bending briefly.
  • Occasional reaching and grasping.
  • Regular use of hands for typing and phone use.
  • Visual ability to read documents and monitors.
  • May be required to lift up to 30 pounds.
  • Exposure to low to moderate noise levels.
  • Ability to drive to various sites.

Side by Side provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

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