Relief Staff (CCYCS) (On Call) at Public Health Foundation Enterprises, In in Richmond, California

Job Description:

The Contra Costa Youth Continuum of Services (CCYCS) is a program of Contra Costa Health Service - Housing and Homeless Services Division, in partnership with Heluna Health that provides drop in services, interim shelter, and transitional housing for homeless and at-risk youth ages 18 to 24. The guiding philosophy of CCYCS services that every youth has strengths and the ability to make positive changes in their lives. We value the diversity, determination, resiliency, and strength all youth bring to our doors.

This is an on-call/relief position to cover shifts needing coverage at the Youth Homeless Shelters.

Hourly rate range: $21.00-$25.00, hourly

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervision of youth in an emergency shelter and transitional living program, in terms of access to safe housing, meals and services.


• Intake of youth applicants to assess family situation, housing needs, education and service requirements.


• Develop and manage a routine for up to 15 youths.


• Supervision of engagement activities designed to build a healthy and safe environment for sleeping, eating, and living in a group setting.


• Communication, both verbal and written, with youth, staff, parents, law enforcement and others to determine situational needs of youth accessing shelter.


• Documentation in case records, and files to ensure the written record of work performed on behalf of clients, including completion of incident reports.


• Light housekeeping/general clean up.


• Ability to handle emergency incidents, including medical, mental health, violent and/or other unanticipated events, including evacuation due to earthquake, chemical release, incarceration, or other incidents.


• Other duties as required

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the community and the condition of homeless, street and runaway youth.


• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.


• Must be able to travel to various sites in West County and Central County, if needed. 


• Applicants who are bilingual in Spanish or Southeast Asian languages are encouraged to apply.

Education/Experience

• Successful applicants must have a high school diploma and at least 1-year experience working with youth and young adults.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand                                                Frequently
Walk                                                 Occasionally
Sit                                                     Frequently
Handling / Fingering                     Frequently
Reach Outward                              Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder                 Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend            Occasionally
Lift / Carry                                      Occasionally Up to 50 lbs
Push/Pull                                       Occasionally Up to 50 lbs
See                                                  Constantly
Taste/ Smell                                  Not Applicable

Not Applicable          Not required for essential functions
Occasionally             (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently                  (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly                 (5+ hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT
General Office and Homeless Shelter

EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.

Experience

Required

• 1 year(s): experience working with youth and young adults.

Education

Required

• High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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