Created | 04/16/2024 |
Reference | 239575828 |
Country | United States |
State | California |
City | CHULA VISTA |
Zip | 91911 |
Salary | - |
Department: Behavioral Health & Wellness Program: HERE Now Suicide Prevention Status: Regular Full Time Pay: $22 per hour Schedule: General work schedule is 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. and is based on the general operating hours of the schools served. Candidate must also be available to work up to 8 p.m. at least two evenings per month, as well as weekends, as needed, to meet the needs of the program. # of Openings: 1 SBCS seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Who we are SBCS (formerly South Bay Community Services) transforms communities to support the well-being and prosperity of children, youth, and families. For more than 50 years, we've worked throughout San Diego to provide safe shelter, transitional housing, intervention prevention programs, mental health support, and many other services that meet the ever-changing needs of our communities. Our organization is dedicated to offering high-quality services and ensuring all services align with the community's needs. To best serve our communities, SBCS partners with various grassroots organizations throughout California to develop innovative strategies that enhance services, empower clients, and ensure that culturally appropriate and trauma-informed care is offered. SBCS provides a wide range of services tailored to meet each client's unique needs. At SBCS, our client-centered approach highlights the importance of respect, empathy, and compassion when interacting with all community members. About YOU You are an advocate and champion of nurturing communities where families can pursue their dreams and fulfill their potential. You are dedicated to and energized by engaging directly with individuals and communities. You care deeply about the well-being and prosperity of ALL children and youth throughout San Diego. You want to become a part of an energetic and effective team, and contribute your expertise, creativity, and insights to a unique role encompassing program management, development, and direct counseling services for at-risk children, adolescents, and families. About our organization SBCS is home to a committed team of 470 dedicated employees and volunteers who diligently serve all of San Diego County. Having offered services for 52 years, SBCS is committed to providing hope and support for numerous young children, individuals, and families facing adversity. With an annual budget of $68 million, SBCS continues to be a beacon of assistance in the community. Competitive and Sustainable Employee Pay Package: SBCS offers competitive pay and additional benefits for full-time employees, including generous vacation time, holidays, health, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, discount programs, public service forgiveness loan, and an excellent retirement plan with matching contributions. Program: SBCS' Helping, Engaging, Reconnecting and Educating (HERE) Now Program focuses on preventing suicide by educating 7th -12th grade youth and their families on the risk factors of suicide and reduces the stigma around seeking help for themselves or others. Additionally, HERE Now seeks to shift social norms regarding the stigma attached to individuals who seek mental health services by proactively reaching out to the community and community leaders; promoting education about mental health and suicide by using an evidenced-based curriculum; teaching school staff about the warning signs; reaching out to parents; implementing bullying prevention, and having in place a seamless system of services that identifies youth who need mental health. RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports to the Program Coordinator and Program Director to provide comprehensive trauma-informed school-based suicide Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) services as part of the HERE Now program. The Support Partner is responsible for engaging families and caregivers in suicide prevention activities, initial risk assessments, and linkages with area mental health support and services as well as other needed services for youth with depression, other mental health problems, substance abuse or whose history of trauma would indicate a high risk for suicide or self-harm. Ensure that standards relating to safety and inclusivity are maintained. DUTIES:
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The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract. Accessibility Accommodation SBCS is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, parental status, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program – Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. At-Will Employment Status Please note that all employment with SBCS is at-will, which means your employment may be terminated at any time by you or SBCS, without cause or advance notice. The terms and conditions of any employment may also be modified. PI239575828 |
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Employer | SBCS Corporation |