Children Family Specialist

Mentor Community Services , a part of the Sevita family, believes children belong in the family home whenever it is safe and possible. Through our Family Support Services, we help families of youth at risk with complex mental health, behavioral and other needs overcome the challenges they face together. Our diverse, multilingual specialists support families from a wide range of backgrounds who may be facing out of home placements or reunification Family-Centered Support Specialist Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person has the right to live well. As a Child and Family Specialist for California MENTOR Family Support Services, a member of the Sevita Family, youu2019ll provide assistance and guidance to the children and families served as a mentor, coach, and advocate. Each day, the connections you make and the compassion you bring make a difference in the lives of our participants. Youu2019ll work alongside a dedicated team of staff and supportive supervisors, while you grow your career. _Salary: $49,000 Annually (Salary Plus Overtime)_ _Community based - mileage reimbursement_ _Responsibilities:_ + Provide in-home and community based supports - connect child and family to resources (schools, parks, recreation etc.) + Attend review hearings and Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings + Advocate for child and familyu2019s needs and prepare child and family for Child and Family Team (CFT) activities + Work with foster families to build and maintain positive, supportive, and encouraging working relationships and connect them to resources + Prepare each foster child for the identified permanency goal + Manage conflict and family crises through reference to family safety plan + Co-facilitate training and/or activities for children + Provide mentoring and teaching resources: nurturing/parenting skills, problem-solving/conflict resolution skills, child development, self-esteem concepts, safety plan for children and parents, and basic needs + Documentation and record keeping _Qualifications:_ + Associate Arts degree in Human Services, Social Work or Psychology plus 1 year experience working with high risk youth; OR a high school diploma (or GED) plus 3 yearsu2019 experience working with high risk youth + An equivalent combination of education and experience + Current driver's license (valid for 1 year minimum), car registration, and auto insurance + Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks + A reliable, responsible attitude, compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do _Why Join Us?_ + Full-time position (40 hours/week) + Full compensation/benefits package plus 401(k) with company match. + Generous Paid time off and holiday pay. +

Created: 2025-12-10