Youth Stabilization Specialist - Night Shift

As a Youth Stabilization Specialist, you will utilize your expertise to instill hope in youth by providing daily care, guidance, and emotional support in our program. Our multidisciplinary team aims to provide healing-centered and culturally responsive treatment for youth to uphold our value of respect as we actively support each youth's stabilization and development.You'll help create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that promotes emotional, behavioral, and social growth. Our Youth Stabilization Specialists have the capacity to navigate joy, crisis work, and facilitate life skills. Utilize your skills to see the change in the clients we serve by applying today!ABOUT SENECASeneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area's Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. We're committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.RESPONSIBILITIESProvide continuous supervision, structure, and emotional support to youth in accordance with STRTP licensing and agency standardsImplement daily routines, behavioral support strategies, and activities consistent with individual treatment plansUtilize trauma-informed communication and de-escalation techniques to help youth manage distress or conflictIntervene in crisis situations following approved agency and CDSS policies to ensure safetyParticipate in incident reviews, safety planning, and staff debriefings to improve care practicesCoordinate and assist with making transportation arrangements for school, medical, social activities, therapy appointments, and court hearingsParticipate in an on-call rotation to provide crisis supportParticipate in program staff meetings and additional meetings when necessaryComplete all required documentation accurately and on time, consistent with CDSS STRTP and agency requirementsParticipate in weekly supervision with the program supervisor or designeeQUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED:Education/Experience Requirements:Bachelor's degree + 1 year of experience ORAssociate degree or equivalent + 2 year of applicable experience ORHigh school diploma/GED + 3 years of applicable experienceApplicable experience can include paid or unpaid work involving direct supervision and care of youth or families in the social services field, including group homes, behavioral health, or child welfare settingsBe part of a rotating emergency on-call system, scheduled ahead of timeAt least 21 years oldTB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirementsValid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca's insurance policyPREFERRED:* Experience providing care in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive environment strongly desired* Resolving crisis by utilizing effective crisis communication skillsSCHEDULEOvernight ShiftMon-Wed: 11pm-8am, Sun: 7pm-7amWed-Fri: 11pm-8am, Sat: 7pm-7am* On-call system, scheduled ahead of time with supervisorBENEFITSStarting at $30.90 - $33.40 per hour, commensurate with experienceAdditional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency examSalary increases each yearStipends provided to staff members participating in the emergency on-call shifts5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid HolidaysComprehensive benefits package:Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, fertility coverageLong-term disability, family leave, and life insurance50% paid premiums for dependents403b Retirement PlanEmployer-paid Employee Assistance PlanSeneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employerScholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunitiesPromotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington#SENECAHP