Safe Place for Youth · 1 month ago
Roots To Grow Resident Coordinator (Part-Time)
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$22/hr - $22/hr
2+ years expSafe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. The Resident Coordinator will be responsible for general oversight of the property, cleanliness, safety, crisis responses, and conflict management while working closely with the resident coordinator of another transitional living site.
AssociationHealth Care
Responsibilities
Daily house and property inspection to maintain curb appeal and resident safety
Maintain adequate inventory and storage of program supplies, including snacks, materials for activities, cleaning supplies, laundry soaps, office supplies, etc
Assist with program intakes and exits, including preparing intake packets, documentation of requirements, and conducting exit service evaluations
Coordinate and assist with food and meal supports in the program, including Food Pantry donations
Report all issues concerning resident health and safety, maintenance or other areas of concern to appropriate managers/point persons within SPY’s Maintenance Department in a timely manner, and track outcomes
Interact with and build relationships with program residents, demonstrating the ability to support resident success, solve problems and enforce house rules, and provide crisis response and conflict resolution with and among residents
Communicate emerging and outstanding issues to the Housing Programs Manager in a timely manner; work closely with case managers to resolve issues
Coordinate volunteers providing services on site
Create and make available resource lists and other information to support residents in accessing needed amenities in the neighborhood
In coordination with SPY program team members, coordinate and implement on-site educational, life skills, and healing arts programs, offered by staff, community partners or other volunteers
Assist in the preparation of required program reports
Drive SPY vehicles to transport residents to services and community activities
Work within established legal and ethical guidelines
Ability to work nights/weekends
Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization
Qualification
Required
2+ years in experience providing direct services to high-risk transition age youth is required
Working knowledge of child and adolescent social, emotional, and cognitive development, trauma informed care and harm reduction service model is required
A commitment to and passion for the mission, vision, values and culture of SPY
A self-starter who is prepared to drive innovative solutions within the organization
Must possess great communication and organizational skills
An ability to work in a fast paced environment that requires effective collaboration with a variety of organizations and individuals
A valid California driver's license, auto insurance, and the ability to transport clients seeking housing and other services are required
Subject to criminal and driving background checks
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or any related field is preferred. Related work or lived experience will be strongly considered in place of or in addition to a Bachelor's degree
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
403b with agency contribution
Vacation/sick time
Weekly meditation/mindfulness
Professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth
Company
Safe Place for Youth
SPY's mission is to empower young people experiencing homelessness to thrive by providing lasting, community-driven solutions
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Erika Hartman
Chief Executive Officer
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