Youth Partner (Part-time)

Are you an adoptee? Koinonia Family Services is looking for a qualified individual with lived adoption experience to join us as a part-time Youth Partner. This role involves providing support to adoptive families in Gardena and Tustin, based from our offices in those areas. Your role will be to provide support and guidance to youth previously adopted through the foster care system, offering them the benefit of your experiences and knowledge. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to help youth develop coping skills, navigate resources, and find their voice.Opportunity Highlights:A great chance to support and mentor youth.Hourly pay rate: $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, depending upon overall qualifications.Flexible hours and schedule.Benefits include paid time off (PTO) and participation in our 401k plan.Paid holidays when your schedule is 15+ hours a week.Enhance your knowledge and skills by working alongside a team of professionals who provide support and services to families.Benefit from professional training and development opportunities.This is a part-time position. The schedule is about 5-10 hours per week, with some occasional evening and weekend hours. The scheduled hours may increase as families are referred for services. Key Responsibilities:The Youth Partner duties and responsibilities include:Provide mentorship and peer support to youth enrolled in the program.Share relevant personal experiences to build trust and connection.Advocate for youth perspectives during treatment planning and goal setting.Provide psychoeducation, including de-escalation tools and trigger identification.Conduct in-person and virtual meetings with youth, with some evening availability required.Support youth in understanding the value of connecting with extended family and community support.Assist in developing strategies to achieve successful outcomes.Document services provided in compliance with agency standards.Qualifications:The ideal candidate will have:First-hand experience as an adoptee.A desire to help other youth navigate challenges and build successful outcomes.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.A trauma-informed perspective and commitment to advocacy.Sufficiently progressed in your own personal journey to positively contribute to the journeys of others.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability and maturity to provide guidance, support, and mentorship to young people.The ability to establish and maintain effective personal working relationships.A high degree of integrity and confidentiality.A schedule that is flexible to meet work requirements.Join Our Team: Experience a Fulfilling Work Environment at Koinonia Family Services!At Koinonia, we pride ourselves on creating an exceptional organizational culture that focuses on the quality of relationships and values diversity. In fact, in a recent employee satisfaction survey, an overwhelming 95% of employees reported working well with their coworkers, and an impressive 96% said they are satisfied with their supervisor. We strongly believe in treating our employees with dignity and respect, and 94% of our staff agree they are treated accordingly. As a trauma-informed agency, we prioritize a person-centered treatment philosophy in all aspects of our work. Koinonia is more than just a great place to work; it offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact. Join our dedicated team and contribute to the well-being of children and families in need. Together, we can bring hope and healing to those who need it most.Important Note:As a licensed facility under Community Care Licensing, we are required to have applicants complete the California Live Scan process for a criminal history review. This process includes checks by the California Department of Justice, the FBI, and the Child Abuse Central Index. For positions in Los Angeles County, we consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. In addition to criminal history, we review various aspects of an applicant's background, including but not limited to education, employment history, motor vehicle or driving history, reference checks, license or credential verification, and medical examinations. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and eligibility for auto insurance are also required. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. Koinonia Family Services is an equal opportunity employer.

Created: 2025-01-10