Full Time 3p-11p shift Sat- Weds

Aspiranet is a premiere social services agency in California dedicated to making a difference in the lives of over 35,000 children and their families annually since 1975 through six distinct programs.  We have an exciting career opportunity in our Residential Program that provides a therapeutic campus and community home environment for youth where they can thrive and work through challenges to rewrite their life story!

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

The Youth Care Professional III is responsible for leading the YCP Partner, I and II in the care and supervision to youth in Aspiranet’s Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) in Turlock California.  The YCP III is part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) of Youth Care Professionals, Behavioral Health and Social Work professionals that work together to maintain a safe, stable, welcoming and trauma-informed environment in the cottage where youth reside.   Major responsibilities include coaching the YCP Partner, I and II and engaging with youth individually and in groups as part of daily routines and rituals that include meals, school, and activities and supporting therapeutic and crisis interventions. This position will give you the opportunity to showcase your leadership skills and comprehension of agency practices as you model and support other YCP staff  in support of a therapeutic cottage milieu.

YCP I- ($16.-$17.hour)             YCP II- ($17.-$18.hour)           YCP III- ($18.-$20.hour)

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess any ONE of the following:
  • Current YCP- II
  • A Bachelor of Art’s or Sciences Degree.
  • A valid child development teaching permit.
  • Have completed 12 semester units of early childhood education, adolescent development, or foster and kinship care education
  • A valid certificate as an alcohol and/or drug counselor
  • Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at a group home or short-term residential therapeutic center.
  • Have relevant life experience in the child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice systems as a consumer, mentor or caregiver, or life experience with children who have experienced high levels of trauma, or other relevant experience as determined by the department.
• Proficiency using a computer and Microsoft Office.

Must meet all state required conditions of employment as set forth by Community Care Licensing for a licensed community care facility, i.e. Fingerprint and Child Abuse Index Clearance, TB/health physical, and a valid California driver’s license and clean driving record

YOUR REWARDS

Aspiranet supports your success at each step! You will apply your education and experience and gain access valuable training to support your success in your role and prepare for advancement opportunities throughout our agency.

In addition to working for a company with a diverse and exceptional team-based environment, Aspiranet offers a competitive salary and benefits package to support our employee’s financial, physical, and mental well-being:

• 13 paid holidays
• 10 vacation and 10 sick days
• Medical, dental and vision plans
  • Including a 100% fully employer paid medical and dental benefit plan
• TelaDoc® employer paid telehealth program
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital gap plan
• Free confidential crisis line 24/7 (365 days a year)
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Commuter program and mileage reimbursement
• Medical and dependent care pre-tax plans
• Employee recognition and discount programs

Come join our dedicated network of professionals making tangible, positive differences in the lives of youth every day while enjoying a rewarding career with Aspiranet!

Aspiranet is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.

EEO/AA

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