About Us & Why We're Hiring

We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.

• Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys
• Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services.
• We serve thousands of children and families annually
• We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals
• We are seeking passionate people to join our team

If our mission resonates, keep reading.

• As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families.
• We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes.
• Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities
• Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.

The Position:

We are seeking a full-time bilingual Transitional Youth Specialist for our Balboa site in Northridge to be responsible for providing case management and rehabilitation services to transitional youth and their parents in a mental health setting in the San Fernando Valley.

What You’ll Do:

• Join our close-knit team of case managers to make a difference in the lives of low-income teens receiving mental health services in the San Fernando Valley. We are seeking a supportive, creative, and resourceful case manager as an essential member of our clinical team to improve outcomes in the areas of high school graduation, job placement, and transition to college or vocational training. Intensive orientation, ongoing weekly (1-2 hours) supervision, hands-on-training and a small caseload are integral features of the job. Case managers work hand-in-hand with all members of the client's mental health team to develop/monitor a treatment plan in addition to collaborating with staff at local public schools to advocate for appropriate educational services, including Special Education. Case managers also teach job preparation and independent living skills in both an individual and group setting. Assisting clients with college and career planning is one of the most rewarding aspects of this position.
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 am- 5:30 pm, 30-minute meal period (some evenings may be required)
• Hybrid work options available
• Starting salary: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour (additional years of successful related experience will be considered as well)

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish REQUIRED
• Two years minimum experience working with teens and/or young adults in a mental health, school or related setting.
• Ability to provide services in a warm and supportive manner with children who have behavioral, academic and social/emotional difficulties.
• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team, form and maintain professional relationships, and accept and utilize supervision from clinical staff.
• Must have strong organizational, time management and writing skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently
• B.A. / B.S. required

We’re building a diverse, inclusive team

• You’re welcome here. We want CFGC to reflect the diversity of our community and flourish together.
• CFGC is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and strives to create a diverse, welcoming and supportive workplace

CFGC promotes professional development and a healthy work-life balance

• Educational Assistance Reimbursement
• Great training/learning opportunities
• Supportive, friendly work environment that prioritizes YOU
• Hybrid work schedule
• Work-life balance – flexible time off policies
• Committees and workgroups that always strive to make CFGC’s workplace culture the best it can be.
• Premier Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, identity theft protection, Tickets at Work discount services, and even pet insurance policies!
• Employees in this role may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• And much more! Check out our full benefits summary https://www.childguidance.org/portfolio/benefits/

Contingencies

• Must be fully vaccinated/boosted to comply with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and LAUSD mandate. The Center will provide accommodations as required by applicable law.

• This job posting includes a summary of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this position. It is not a complete job description and is subject to change based on the needs of the center.