Care Coordinator And Group Facilitator

WestCoast Children’s Clinic

Oakland, CA, United States
$31.25 ph; not specified; not specified
Hybrid (in-person client services and remote documentation)
Lived experience with foster care
Working with system-involved youth
Community-based trauma-informed services
WestCoast Children’s Clinic is seeking a Care Coordinator and Group Facilitator for their EMPOWR program, which supports transition-aged youth in attaining mental health services, housing stability, and community connections. The role involves collaboration with families and support systems to address the needs of youth, particularly those who have experienced foster care

Job Summary

  • The EMPOWR program supports transition aged youth (16-24) in attaining mental health support, housing stability, employment, education, and community connections through a team-based model.
  • Responsibilities include engaging and assisting foster youth, family members, and foster parents in forming a Child and Family Team to address identified goals.
  • The clinic offers employer-paid medical benefits, 100% employer-paid dental and vision, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution, and generous PTO.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

WestCoast Children’s Clinic is seeking a Care Coordinator and Group Facilitator for their EMPOWR program, which supports transition-aged youth in attaining mental health services, housing stability, and community connections. The role involves collaboration with families and support systems to address the needs of youth, particularly those who have experienced foster care.

Salary

$31.25 per hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lived experience with foster care
  • Working with system-involved youth
  • Community-based trauma-informed services
  • Independent living skills
  • Child and Family Team formation
  • Collaboration with formal system partners

Nice-to-have

  • Client-centered approach
  • Commitment to justice and equity
  • Growth-oriented learning community
  • Social justice-focused team

Key Requirements

  • Direct lived experience with foster care, social services, juvenile justice, mental health, residential treatment or group home placements, wraparound services, or other related community resources.
  • Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work or related field (preferred)
  • At least two (2) years experience working with system-involved youth.
  • Clean CA DMV record, current car insurance and a vehicle; travel is required.

Work Rights

Not specified

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