Probation Youth Advocate

Coalition for Family Harmony is a non-profit that provides direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault; to educate the community regarding violence against women, children and men; to prevent the cycle of violence.

The Youth Advocate will provide advocacy to offenders in the Ventura County Repeat Offender Prevention Program (ROPP), and assist them in meeting goals. This may include curbing recidivism, increasing self-esteem, increasing school attendance, decreasing substance abuse, and reducing gang association or involvement. The Youth Advocate will attend weekly ROPP team meetings, and work as a member of a team along with the assigned Deputy Probation Officers. Bilingual in English and Spanish is a requirement. This position is scheduled to work Mon - Fri, 9am - 5:30pm.

Fundamental Job Requirements

• Supervise youth in the completion of court-ordered community service hours
• Provide transportation for Probation-sponsored groups
• Acts as a mentor to youth on caseload
• Connects youth with pro-social activities in the community
• Connecting youth with community resources as needed.
• Assisting youth with obtaining Medi-Cal, California ID Cards, school enrollment, and other needs as identified by the Deputy Probation Officers.
• Ongoing coordination, communication, and planning with unit staff, and other private and public agencies.
• Completing and compiling statistical reports of progress.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a requirement.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management Team.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a psychology, sociology, social services, or other applicable field desired, or relevant experience may be substituted.

Certifications (training is provided)

• Must obtain Domestic Violence Counselor certification that meets the requirements under California Evidence Code 1037.1 within one year of hire date.
• Must obtain Sexual Assault Counselor certification that meets the requirements under California Evidence Code 1305.2 within one year of hire date.
• Must complete agency LGBTQ+ 101 training within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge Base/Skills

• Interpersonal qualities to be relatable and build rapport with youth.
• Basic computer literacy in Microsoft Office programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of general office equipment is required.
• Ability to communicate and write clearly and professionally is required.
• The ability to demonstrate navigating crisis and solving problems independently and using one’s own initiative, using best judgment and critical thinking skills is a requirement.
• Must be able to demonstrate working effectively with and showing respect to all survivors of violence, including those from diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, socioeconomic, sexual preferences and/or identities, gender identities/expression, and political backgrounds
• Regularly expanding knowledge base on topics of gendered violence, impacts of domestic and sexual assault on the community, working with survivors of violence, and more by reading literature, social media, blog and news posts, etc. is expected.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Must pass extensive background check conducted by the Ventura County Probation Agency and The Coalition.
• Driver's license and acceptable DMV report is required. Travel by car is required for this position. County vehicles are provided.
• This position works on site, mobile around Ventura County, and occasionally at events outside of the county.
• Submitting a brief cover letter with your application explaining your experience working with youth, especially at-risk youth, is strongly encouraged.

Coalition for Family Harmony is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer; all applicants will be given full consideration under state, local, and federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• working with at-risk youth: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oxnard, CA 93036: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person