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Looking for a career in the social services or mental health sector? Find your passion and come join the SPIRITT Family! Here at SPIRITT Family Services, we are interested in meeting people that have the knowledge, skills, education, and desire to work with children and families. SPIRITT’s associates belong to a network of trained, experienced, caring and committed individuals working in the areas of substance abuse, mental health, violence, trauma and child abuse prevention. For information about employment opportunities at SPIRITT Family Services, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@spiritt.org.

To apply for any of the job openings listed below, please email your resume to careers@spiritt.org and indicate the position for which you are interested. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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SPIRITT Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Community Development and Technology Coordinator

Location: South El Monte

Status: Full-time

Language: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Pay Rate: $24-$28/hourly

Open: Until Filled

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Community Development and Technology Coordinator is responsible for supporting the organization’s strategic plan for the sustainability of SPIRITT’s mission in the areas related to fund development, marketing, and Information Technology (IT). Duties related to Community development include, but are not limited to the support of solicitations, grant requests, fundraising, and special events. Duties related to Technology include but are not limited to aiding and troubleshooting for computer-users agency-wide, coordinating with vendors and installment of components related to IT, and set up new employees with technology equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Fundraising Support
• Work under the direction of the Community Development Manager
• Work with team and grant writer on grant opportunities, and administers grant tracking and reports
• Supports the Community Development Manager in managing the annual grant calendar
• Assists with creating monthly e-newsletters and quarterly print newsletters
• Adhere to SPIRITT’s Strategic Plan goals and objectives

Donor Database Support
• Writes acknowledgement letters
• Processes and records donations
• Manage donor database

Special Event Support
• Solicits corporate sponsorships and in-kind donations
• Helps to plan and implement events, providing logistical support

Stewardship Support
• Assists in developing content for print, electronic and social media (including Annual Reports, press releases, newsletters, brochures) to communicate information to participants, associates, volunteers and other key stakeholders
• Supports stewardship events and meetings

Marketing Support
• Assist with the promotion of program and agency events
• Utilize and be active on social media to promote SPIRITT Family Services (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)
• Develops strategies to improve agency visibility and brand awareness
• Lead in Marketing Committee

Technology Support
• Order and setup technology resources (i.e. workstations, laptops, cellphones, etc.) for all new employees with approval from the direct supervisor
• Lead in Technology Committee with Executive Assistant
• Recommend information technology strategies, policies, and procedures by evaluation outcomes, identifying problems, evaluating trends, and anticipating requirements
• Diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues, and collaborate with the IT vendor, RJ Computer, to resolve issues, as needed
• Serve as the point-of-contact for technology related issues
• Assist in the gathering and storing of agency wide e-waste items and making sure all items have been properly logged before being disposed of
• Maintain equipment inventory and work with Accounting on updating Fixed Asset List
• Adhere to SPIRITT’s Technology and System Plan

Other Administrative Duties
• Completion of daily timecard on ADP Workforce Now (beginning, lunch and ending of day)
• Submission of expenditures to accounting on a weekly basis (green form)
• Managing of Outlook calendars
• Completion of required training
• Written follow-up on projects and tasks

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
To perform effectively in this position, the individual must have:

  • • Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
    • Provide a copy of academic transcripts and degrees received
    • Preferred experience in marketing, public relations and/or fund development
    • Must possess high quality writing and editing skills
    • Demonstrated research, writing, editing and proofreading capability; strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint plus experience in the use of the Internet and social media;
    • Knowledge of computer and communications technologies
    • Highly creative, detailed-oriented, accurate, organized, analytical, flexible and able to meet deadlines
    • Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
    • High level of confidentiality and professionalism is required
    • Ability to work collaboratively in a high-productivity, periodically deadline-focused environment
    • Must possess strong interpersonal skills. Must be dependable, able to follow instructions, respond to administration, management and employees request
    • Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities as to use time efficiently
    • Fingerprint check for criminal history background and receive a clearance from a law enforcement agency, and training on child abuse reporting procedures
    • Complete the Family Communication Skill Classes (Windows/Ventanas)
    • Current and valid drivers’ license and proof of current auto insurance
    • Must obtain TB test regularly and adhere to County vaccination requirements

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In-Home Visitor/Clinician

Location: South El Monte

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Language: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Pay Rate: $66,560 - $68,000 Annually

Open: Until Filled

Job Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing a wide variety of administrative and clerical support to SPIRITT Family Center. Exemplify agency core values (Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resiliency, and Recovery) and adhere to agency mission and vision. The In-Home Visitor/Clinician is responsible for the provision of direct services to families as part of the Partnership for Families Program at SPIRITT Family Services. In Home Visitor/ Clinician position requires providing families with education, case-management, referral, linkage, and follow-up on accessing community services. The In-Home Visitor/Clinician will exemplify agency core values of Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resiliency and Recovery and adhere to agency mission and vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Carry a Full-time caseload equal to a minimum of 13 and maximum of 16 home visits per week.
  • In addition to full-time caseload, will facilitate educational and/or support groups for domestic violence, wellbeing, parenting, parent child bonding, and linkage to early care and education.
  • Provide in home-based services, case-management services including linkage to internal and external community services/partners, concrete support, basic family needs, and coaching on health, parenting, child development, educational programs, structured parent-child, and family centered activities.
  • Conduct assessments, provide counseling and case management services and/or coordinate services with case managers within the PFF Program.
  • To provide treatment through individual, group, and family therapy both on site and in community (including schools, homes, and other facilities where available).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this job. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology and registered (ASW or AMFT) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) or licensed (LCSW/LMFT) by the BBS.
  • Two years of experience providing services to families with Children 0-5 years old.
  • Two years of experience providing in-home based services.

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Case Navigator

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Language: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Pay Rate: $21.00-$24.00/hr

Open: Until Filled

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Case Navigator is responsible for providing a wide variety of services in support aimed at preventing child abuse and neglect in the community while exemplifying agency core values and adhere to agency mission and vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Conduct screening and assessments of client needs and provide case navigation within scope of practice and as required by program contract(s).
  • Research and provide reliable resource/linkage and referral follow-up to clients.
  • Provide group and/or individual services to client/family upon the needs agreed on the case plan and team.
  • Assist client and/or family in daily functioning by providing support services and behavioral skill building in the home, at school, and/or other settings.
  • Assist in structured family programs and educational activities for children, youth, and/or adults as assigned.
  • Attend weekly staff meetings to meet contract requirements.
  • Attend meetings, conferences, outreach opportunities, as well as inter-agency meetings/trainings representing SPIRITT in a professional manner.
  • Responsible for making sure cases are maintained appropriately active by linking them to services and activities.
  • Responsible for entering notes in the various internal and external tracking systems.
  • Responsible for reporting to Program Manager when new cases remain open for two weeks or more.
  • Cover and answer phone calls (on rotation) on Saturdays.
  • May need to assist in transporting clients to deliver services and necessary documents.
  • Maintain consistent appointment times with clients/families, while also allowing for flexibility to meet the needs of clients.
  • Appropriately manage client/family crisis and emergency needs, with an emphasis on the safety of all parties involved.
  • Promote client engagement and retention, including responding to clients/families in a timely, friendly manner and provision of quality, client-centered services.
  • Maintain accuracy and consistency in timekeeping, assessments, weekly case notes, external reports/letters, client files, and all other documentation including the self-audit of charts to ensure compliance with contracts (i.e. check for all required forms, signatures, and any other elements needed to complete files).
  • Protect the integrity, respect, and privacy of all families/clients served, including maintaining professional boundaries, security of personal client information, and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provide office support, including but not limited to, food pick up, room setup, phone coverage, and clean up.
  • Must adhere to agency crisis intervention plan.
  • Complete monthly reports and documents, such as mileage submission and data entry.
  • Adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures, and County contract requirements.

SECONDARY DUTIES
Participate related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position oversees all assigned program staff with varying work styles (only as instructed by or in the absence of Program Manager).

ENVIRONMENT
The environment for this position is an office that is mostly clean and comfortable with some noise. The incumbent is in a non-confined office-type setting, in which he or she is free to move about at will. He or she may be required to use his/her own car periodically.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
In the course of performing this job, the incumbent typically spends time sitting, standing, walking, driving, listening/speaking, writing, and operating a personal computer.

MENTAL DEMANDS
The individual in this position must be able to accommodate to any/all of the following: multiple tasks, required attention to detail and accuracy, exposure to complaints/problems of others, interruptions, and critical deadlines.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this job. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines. To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have:

  • Associate Degree in child development or extensive experience in a related field preferred.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
  • Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical issues regarding child and family counseling and mental health concerns.
  • Experience working with at-risk families and with culturally diverse communities and families.
  • Participate in supervision by licensed clinician.
  • A fingerprint check for criminal history background and must obtain clearance from a law enforcement agency approved by Human Resources.
  • Recent tuberculosis test.
  • Possess skills in organizing, planning, and prioritizing, as well as good judgement, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work independently and as a team.
  • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate and document work activities.
  • Ability to relate to families from a strength-based, family-centered model.
  • Demonstrates motivation and the ability to learn and practice basic supportive skills, including developing trusting relationships, problem solving skills, and accepting individual differences.
  • Training in child abuse reporting procedures.
  • Ability to be culturally sensitive and respond to differences in cultural beliefs, behaviors and learning, and communication styles within the community served.
  • Current and valid drivers' license, good driving records, and continued proof of current auto insurance throughout employment.
  • The work schedule will include regular office hours, 8am-5pm. It will require non-traditional office hours, evenings, and weekends (including some Monday-Friday 5:00pm-8:00pm, Saturday or Sunday 9:00am-1:00pm) plus some on-call duties after hours (with some flexibility) for crisis support.

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Program Supervisor

Program: Partnerships for Families

Location: South El Monte

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Language: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Pay Rate: $66,560 - $74,547.20 Annually

Open: Until Filled

Job Description

SUMMARY

Program Supervisor is responsible for providing a wide variety of administrative and clerical support to SPIRITT Family Center. Program Supervisor is to exemplify agency core values (Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resiliency, and Recovery) and adhere to agency mission and vision. PFF Program Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the Partnerships for Families (PFF) Program. Responsible for assisting with the overall operations of the South El Monte SPIRITT Family Service’s Center. The PFF Program Supervisor will directly oversee the Case Navigator and the South El Monte Family Center Program Assistant. The PFF Program Supervisor may carry a caseload in time of program need. Supervisor is involved in program implementation, training/in-service, program evaluation, and service coordination. Position requires monitoring of program's direct service staff for contract compliance. He/she acts as liaison with external agencies and DCFS.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Work under the direct supervision of Program Manager.
  • Work closely with program staff, Program Manager, Clinical Supervisor, and Directors to implement PFF contract requirements.
  • Provide overall leadership to Partnerships for Families (PFF) program staff.
  • The PFF Program Supervisor will directly oversee the Data Management Specialist, Respite Workers, Case Navigator and the South El Monte Family Center Program Assistant.
  • Provide administrative and operational support to the Program Manager, by coordinating meetings, capacity building events, family activities/workshops, projects, and data.
  • Oversee Quality Assurance, coordinate quarterly meetings, quarterly TR, reports, program training for Subcontractors.
  • Audits charts to ensure compliance with contract, state, and federal documentation requirements (i.e. check for all required forms, signatures and any other elements needed to complete files) and provide updates to Program Manager on a regular basis.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this job. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have:

  • Have a minimum bachelor’s degree in psychology, Social Work, or related field.
  • May require evidence of supervision by a licensed clinician if applicable.
  • Possess administrative skills sufficient to oversee the overall operation of the program in Managers’ absence, including the supervision of staff and the monitoring of subcontracted program services.
  • Possess skills in organizing, planning, and prioritizing, and ability to facilitate meetings.
  • Possess good judgment and able to work independently and as a team.

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Substance Abuse Clinician

Location: Whittier/South El Monte

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Language: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Pay Rate: $64,500 - $70,000 Annually

Open: Until Filled

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing Outpatient Substance Used Disorder Treatment Services as indicated in the Los Angeles County Drug Medi-Cal (DMC) Organized Delivery System out of designated SPIRITT Family Centers. The Certified Substance Abuse Counselor will exemplify agency core values (Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resiliency, and Recovery) and adhere to SPIRITT’S mission and vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Conduct assessments (e.g., American Society Addiction Medicine- ASAM) and provide case management services under the DMC Program.
  • Provide individual and group sessions within the scope of practice.
  • Responsible for maintaining a caseload of 12 – 15 cases and 2 cohorts on a weekly basis.
  • Complete documentation (assessment, progress notes, and treatment plan) within 48 hours.
  • Write concise progress notes, assessments, in the Subjective, Observation, Assessment, Plan (SOAP) format.
  • Participate in weekly clinical supervision with a Licensed Practitioner of the Health Arts (LPHA) and complete case consultations form on all cases at least monthly.
  • Submit all billable units on a weekly basis and no later than the 5th of the month.
  • Responsible for observing and collecting urine samples of participants and submission to laboratory (paperwork and FedEx).
  • Complete the CAL-OMS for all participants on caseload within 24 hours of enrollment and discharge.
  • Complete all required training within 30 days of starting work including Motivational Interviewing and CBT and other required evidence-based practices.
  • Provide education on MAT treatment and referrals.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Los Angeles County treatment provider manual.
  • Complete documentation required to obtain a “C” number from the County to access electronic health records system, SAGE, within seven days of hiring.
  • Maintain good community relationships with external agencies and community groups.
  • Maintain calendar and facilitate scheduling to ensure program/clerical support and office space.
  • Maintain accuracy and consistency in timekeeping, external reports/letters, and client files.
  • Adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures.
  • Attend staff meetings to coordinate Outpatient Substance Used Disorder Treatment Services with other phases of SPIRITT Family Services.

SECONDARY DUTIES
Participate in office duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Not Applicable. May serve as a mentor to students.

ENVIRONMENT
The environment for this position is an office that is mostly clean and comfortable with some noise. The incumbent is in a non-confined office-type setting, in which he or she is free to move about at will. He or she may be required to use his/her own car periodically.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
In the course of performing this job, the incumbent typically spends time sitting, standing, walking, driving, listening/speaking, writing, and operating a personal computer.

MENTAL DEMANDS
The mental demands in this position are handling multiple tasks, attention to detail, accuracy, exposure to complaints/problems of others, crisis intervention, interruptions, and critical deadlines. Due to the nature of working with this population it is expected that employees will maintain healthy boundaries, manage countertransference, own recovery, and seek support when needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this job. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have:

  • Prior completion of adequate coursework and knowledge of legal and ethical issues regarding substance abuse and mental health concerns.
  • Registered or Certified as a Substance Use Disorder Counselor in accordance with Department of Health Care Services and Substance Abuse Prevention and Control guidelines.
  • BBS Certified
  • Employees working with youth must have two years’ prior experience working with youth.
  • Must have basic computer knowledge and skills such as Outlook, Excel, and Microsoft.
  • Clearance of criminal history background.
  • All staff should be trained in child abuse reporting and neglect issues, and requirements of mandated reporting.
  • Sexual harassment, sexual contact is prohibited between participants, and SPIRITT employees and volunteers.
  • Complete initial and on-going training on viral HIV and Hepatitis.
  • Effective oral and written communications skills.
  • Current and valid drivers’ license and proof of current auto insurance.
  • Tuberculosis screening test one year prior to commencement of employment and every year thereafter.
  • Evidence of entitlement to work in the United States in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
  • The employee must be able to perform this job safely, without endangering the health or safety of him/herself or others.

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In-Home Visitor

Location: South El Monte

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Language: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Pay Rate: $25.00-$30.00 / Hourly

Open: Until Filled

Job Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing a wide variety of administrative and clerical support to SPIRITT Family Center. Exemplify agency core values (Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resiliency, and Recovery) and adhere to agency mission and vision. The In-Home Visitor is responsible for the provision of direct services to families as part of the Partnership for Families Program at SPIRITT Family Services. In Home Visitor position requires providing families with education, case-management, referral, linkage, and follow-up on accessing community services. The In-Home Visitor will exemplify agency core values of Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resiliency and Recovery and adhere to agency mission and vision. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Carry a Full-time caseload equal to a minimum of 13 and maximum of 16 home visits per week.
  • In addition to full-time caseload, will facilitate educational and/or support groups for domestic violence, wellbeing, parenting, parent child bonding, and linkage to early care and education.
  • Provide in home-based services, case-management services including linkage to internal and external community services/partners, concrete support, basic family needs, and coaching on health, parenting, child development, educational programs, structured parent-child, and family centered activities.
  • Conduct assessments, provide counseling and case management services and/or coordinate services with case managers within the PFF Program.
  • Assist client and/or family in assist in strengthening the protective factors, parent-child relationship, improve skills to optimize home environment, increase social support systems, improve the family's problem-solving skills, and increase the family's ability to advocate for themselves and their children.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this job. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have:

  • Master’s in clinical Field (MSW, MA/MS in Psychology, MFT), preferred.
  • Two years of experience providing services to families with Children 0-5 years old, preferred.
  • Two years of experience providing in-home based services, preferred.

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