Careers

Schedule: Full-time, part-time, or on-call; Staff with 32 hours or more must be available to work 2 overnight and 2 weekend swing shifts; Shelter is 24/7 - must be available for overnight, weekend, and various shifts

Locations: Tustin, Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa*

Youth/Mental Health Specialist responsibilities include:

• Work with at-risk youth at 24/7 Youth Shelters, in short-term crisis intervention program for children ages 11-17. Ages 18-26 for Costa Mesa site.


• Supervise youth, lead educational and recreational activities, and facilitate group counseling sessions


• Prepare meals, complete cleaning chores, and maintain facility


• Complete service documentation and answer crisis calls

Youth/Mental Health Specialist requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred


• Minimum age 21


• Experience working with at-risk youth and educational coursework in Psychology or Human Services related field


• Team player who is extremely organized


• Excellent boundaries and ability to handle crisis situations


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Approved TB Test/Health Screen, CPR and First Aid certificate (may be completed after employment)


• Valid California driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and a satisfactory driving record


• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

* If you have one, please state location preference in your cover letter.

Equal Opportunity Employer