Youth Overcoming (YO!) Program Community Health Worker (CHW)/Mentor
The Catalyst Foundation The Catalyst Foundation Lancaster, CA Lancaster, CA Full-time Full-time $20 - $24 an hour $20 - $24 an hour 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago Youth Overcoming (YO!) Program Community Health Worker (CHW) / Mentor Lancaster, CA Full Time Must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for the position.
Formerly Incarcerated Preferred We are seeking to hire an individual for a full-time position of facilitating classes and providing case management for a group-based, transformative mentoring, trauma-informed program for our Youth Overcoming (YO!) Program.
The YO! Program is focused on individuals 18-25 years old who have been justice-impacted.
Mentors (preferably formerly incarcerated) will provide support, facilitate groups, create positive relationships with participants, provide case management, do outreach, and act as examples and mentors.
This position requires an individual of good character who is able to present themselves as a positive role-model and provide mentoring, insight, learned-experience, and integrity.
This individual should be respected and trusted in the community and have positive, pro-social ties to that community with an understanding of the experiences and cultural intricacies of the justice impacted population.
Responsibilities Facilitating and guiding classes according to pre-set trauma based curriculum Create a safe space and establish healthy behavioral norms that will allow all participants to feel safe and respected while participating in the program Provide Case Management and connection to community resources for class participants Promote skills acquisition, problem-solving, emotional awareness, pro-social learning, and positive alternatives to anti-social or self-destructive habits Document participants progress and needs in HMIS/CHAMP Use of excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Utilize problem-solving and crisis intervention skills Preparation of lesson plans and educational space for scheduled class sessions Maintaining a positive, can-do, and professional attitude at all times Embody The Catalyst Foundation's Core Values as a part of everyday operations Must have and maintain a valid California driver's license and be able to be added to the organization's insurance Pay Rate $20 - $24 (Depending on experience) Job Type Full-time, non-exempt Work Location CHW will work in person at The Catalyst Foundation's main office, where conditions are usually quiet or below 85 decibels.
Benefits:
Dental Insurance Health Insurance Vision Insurance Wellness Time Off Extended Holiday Time Off A Rich, Positive Work Environment Schedule:
Required 8-hour shift, five-day work-week Ability to commute/relocate required:
Lancaster, CA 93534:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work COVID-19 Considerations:
The Catalyst Foundation cares about the health and safety of our participants and staff.
As such, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Please see the job description for more information.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.
00 - $24.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Evening shift Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to commute/relocate:
Lancaster, CA 93534:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Language:
Spanish (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Willingness to travel:
50% (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Formerly Incarcerated Preferred We are seeking to hire an individual for a full-time position of facilitating classes and providing case management for a group-based, transformative mentoring, trauma-informed program for our Youth Overcoming (YO!) Program.
The YO! Program is focused on individuals 18-25 years old who have been justice-impacted.
Mentors (preferably formerly incarcerated) will provide support, facilitate groups, create positive relationships with participants, provide case management, do outreach, and act as examples and mentors.
This position requires an individual of good character who is able to present themselves as a positive role-model and provide mentoring, insight, learned-experience, and integrity.
This individual should be respected and trusted in the community and have positive, pro-social ties to that community with an understanding of the experiences and cultural intricacies of the justice impacted population.
Responsibilities Facilitating and guiding classes according to pre-set trauma based curriculum Create a safe space and establish healthy behavioral norms that will allow all participants to feel safe and respected while participating in the program Provide Case Management and connection to community resources for class participants Promote skills acquisition, problem-solving, emotional awareness, pro-social learning, and positive alternatives to anti-social or self-destructive habits Document participants progress and needs in HMIS/CHAMP Use of excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Utilize problem-solving and crisis intervention skills Preparation of lesson plans and educational space for scheduled class sessions Maintaining a positive, can-do, and professional attitude at all times Embody The Catalyst Foundation's Core Values as a part of everyday operations Must have and maintain a valid California driver's license and be able to be added to the organization's insurance Pay Rate $20 - $24 (Depending on experience) Job Type Full-time, non-exempt Work Location CHW will work in person at The Catalyst Foundation's main office, where conditions are usually quiet or below 85 decibels.
Benefits:
Dental Insurance Health Insurance Vision Insurance Wellness Time Off Extended Holiday Time Off A Rich, Positive Work Environment Schedule:
Required 8-hour shift, five-day work-week Ability to commute/relocate required:
Lancaster, CA 93534:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work COVID-19 Considerations:
The Catalyst Foundation cares about the health and safety of our participants and staff.
As such, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Please see the job description for more information.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.
00 - $24.
00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Evening shift Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to commute/relocate:
Lancaster, CA 93534:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Language:
Spanish (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Willingness to travel:
50% (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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