Careers at YWCA Monterey County
Careers at YWCA Monterey County offer an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while championing social justice, empowerment, and equity.
As a leading organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women, YWCA Monterey County seeks passionate individuals who are committed to these values and ready to engage in a variety of roles ranging from direct service to administration and program development. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and development, as well as the chance to work on initiatives that support vulnerable populations in the region. Joining YWCA Monterey County means being part of a dedicated team that strives to create lasting change in the lives of individuals and families throughout the area.
If you’re passionate about working with us, email your resume to info@ywcamc.org or apply on Indeed.
YWCA employees are team members who believe passionately in the work to support victims of domestic violence. The entire team, at its core, exhibits the following competencies:
Deal effectively with ambiguity
Compassion
Adaptability
Able to prioritize for self and clients
Action oriented
Solution focused
Participate and build effective and accountable teams
Transparency
Client focused
Empathy but with boundaries
About YWCA Monterey County
YWCA Monterey County was founded in 1971 as a career center, evolving to offer domestic violence prevention and intervention services in response to community needs. In 2010, the YWCA-MC opened its office in Salinas expanding programs to fill service gaps left by the closure in 2007 of the Women’s Crisis Center. YWCA–MC is currently the lead agency in Monterey County offering domestic violence and human trafficking services and continues to provide programs and multi-agency collaborations to prevent violence at the individual, relationship, community, and societal levels. To learn more about YWCA Monterey County and its programs, navigate to our home page.
It is the policy of YWCA Monterey County to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state or local law. All employees will need to:
Twist and reach while working at desk;
Must pass a TB clearance and background ID check (post-employment offer requirement)
In person
TITLE: Domestic Violence Counselor
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time
SUPERVISOR: Clinical Supervisor
SALARY RANGE: $27.00 - $29.96 an hour
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YWCA Monterey County, dedicated to the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women, seeks a passionate, dedicated person to be an integral part of our housing team. The DV Counselor is responsible for assisting survivors of abuse by establishing housing options after leaving an abusive situation.
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This position serves to work across all tiers of housing services provided by YWCA Monterey County including the Domestic Violence Shelter, Transitional Housing program, and Housing Establishment Assistance program. We are seeking a candidate that has experience and expertise in supporting clients who have experienced trauma and are able to implement the tenets of trauma-informed care. The position will require working from our confidential Domestic Violence Shelter and our Salinas administrative offices within Monterey County, working on site directly with clients, as required by referrals from other YWCA programs and external referrals from partnership organizations.
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Provide confidential medical, legal or general advocacy for individuals who are victims of domestic violence using a Trauma Informed Practice approach;
Provide crisis intervention support to victims of domestic violence;
Working with the Housing Services Manager in the DV Shelter Housing First program, undertake assessments and intakes from clients referred for housing services out with YWCA programming; this may include, where agreed, home visits and apartment checks where always post holder will be accompanied by a second staff member;
Support current YWCA clients to secure next stage housing and where possible, sustainable long-term housing that meets their needs and those of their children and families; develop a housing plan with each client;
Support clients through advocacy at external meetings. Mandatory to attend housing voucher meetings with clients;
Maintain adaptable and flexible availability for scheduling purposes to effectively meet client and business needs
Implement client retention strategies;
Screening and management of all private landlords and properties to provide the best possible service for clients by identifying need; maintain a register of all contacts;
Negotiate affordable housing options while establishing new relationships under the guidance of the Shelter Services Manager
Client case management under the supervision of YWCA Housing Services Manager;
Conflict resolution between clients in private tenancies and their landlords where possible and appropriate;
Working with all community referral partners to offer a warm handover between agencies;
Outreach: Presenting to partner agencies on our services; attend appropriate community meetings, and all other activities identified as necessary to meet the outcomes of the identified YWCA housing programs;
Supporting clients to access flexible financial assistance;
Provide housing search support for identified clients;
Responsible for collecting and maintaining data collection, participating in program evaluation initiatives required by YWCA and external funders (CSG, PMT, etc)
At all times keep Housing Service Manager informed of issues and concerns related to clients;
Ensure all client files meet necessary standards of confidentiality;
Assist with shelter operations, maintenance, repairs, overall facility cleanliness, pick up shelter-related donations, and purchase of food and supplies, as necessary;
Participate in the implementation of all shelter program procedures and protocol, including client engagement health and safety;
Collaborate and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to offer educational, vocational, employment and career development for all clients, ensuring a Bio Psychosocial approach to case management; implement core principles and evidence-based practices based on Trauma-Informed Care;
Maintain clear professional boundaries with clients while offering understanding and empathy for clients in crisis;
Assist with move-ins and move-outs through flexible financial assistance; transport client where possible and appropriate;
Work directly with any mental health/ substance use counselors where appropriates
Manage resources for DV Shelter residents including food, transportation, food bank, and in-kind donations;
Manage and maintain appropriate reporting, data collection and other data collection points as needed to keep with grant compliance;
Help office coverage as needed.
Attend mandatory staff meetings, training sessions, and other agency meetings as required;
Other duties as required and assigned;
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Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish/English) required.
Experience of working with Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, and/or other vulnerable populations required;
Completion of 40-hour domestic violence training program (agency will provide on-job training);
Minimum of a BA/BS required; two years’ experience in a similar role
Knowledge and experience in delivering Trauma-Informed Care; Knowledge of ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences);
Knowledge of Crisis Intervention and conflict resolution;
Previous experience in substance uses programming preferred;
Availability to work flexible hours, including some weekend and evening work to meet business needs;
Valid California driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and reliable personal transportation’
Seeks to improve own knowledge, skills, and abilities as part of the YWCA Monterey County’s commitment to a Learning Environment;
Ability to set limits and boundaries that maintain the helping role of a practitioner and assist others with healthy boundary setting;
Ability to work with people of diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds; Valid California driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and reliable personal transportation;
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and volunteer management.
FUNCTIONS
Serve as liaison between DV Shelter residents and confidential community services where appropriate;
Provide trauma-informed services and information to crisis hotline callers and shelter residents;
Participate in and provide services to survivors of domestic violence including crisis intervention, assessment, advocacy, emergency transportation, information and referrals as needed;
Participate in maintaining a rotating 24-hour coverage on the agency’s crisis line and shelter facility.
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YWCA employees are team members who believe passionately in the work to support victims of domestic violence. The entire team, at its core, exhibits the following competencies:
Deal effectively with ambiguity
Compassion
Adaptability
Able to prioritize for self and clients
Action oriented
Solution focused
Participate and build effective and accountable teams
Transparency
Client focused
Empathy but boundaries
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Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
TITLE: Social Worker OR Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time
SUPERVISOR: Clinical Supervisor
SALARY RANGE: $28.85 an hour
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YWCA Monterey County, dedicated to the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women, seeks a passionate, dedicated person to be an integral part of our team.
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To provide evidence-based therapeutic services to clients of the YWCA Monterey County- in a trauma-informed manner, in accordance with organizational, state and federal laws.
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Implement counseling services utilizing best practices in core areas of trauma treatment, danger and lethality assessment, high-risk case management, crisis intervention, healthy relationships, constructive coping, resiliency, and interdisciplinary teamwork to victim/witnesses of domestic violence, human trafficking and victims of crime;
Complete required documentation, including client records, service reports and administrative paperwork thoroughly and in a timely manner;
Maintain thorough and accurate files as required by agency policy and protect client confidentiality, following protocols to obtain signed informed consent for release of information;
Complete required monthly grant reports and documents requested by administration in a timely manner;
Ensure that therapy services are delivered in a manner that is consistent with YWCAMC policies, applicable laws, contracts, professional standards, and community expectations;
Provide group and individual therapy for survivors;
Maintain professional licensure as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences;
Provide direct counseling services to adults and children in shelter and outpatient offices of the YWCAMC;
Ensure that all clients are informed of the financial requirements of their therapy- including Victims of Crime applicants, CalWorks, CPS, private pay/sliding scale and grant funded therapy clients;
Attends staff meetings and community events, as requested;
Performs other duties as requested.
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AMFT/ASW; Master’s Degree (Required)
Bilingual/Bicultural required(Spanish);
BBS registration required;
Must pass a background ID check (post-employment offer requirement).
Minimum 1 year experience providing counseling services in a non-profit setting or similar;
Knowledge of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or human trafficking issues and therapeutic approaches with survivors;
Experience and competence with crisis intervention
Understanding of parent education and demonstrated success in teaching adults;
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently as well as collaboratively with other agencies;
Excellent oral and written communication, listening skills, and a demonstrated ability to foster a supportive environment for clients;
Strong interpersonal skills and clear professional boundaries;
Ability to relate well to diverse individuals and lifestyles;
Valid California driver’s license, proof of insurance, and reliable personal transportation;
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet and data management;
Completion of 40-hour domestic violence training program, in accordance with California Evidence Code 1037 (provided by agency);
Criminal background check clearance required upon job offer;
Maintain professional liability insurance and professional licensure;
Commitment to YWCAMC’s mission, vision and values.
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YWCA employees are team members who believe passionately in the work to support victims of domestic violence. The entire team, at its core, exhibits the following competencies:
Deal effectively with ambiguity
Compassion
Adaptability
Able to prioritize for self and clients
Action oriented
Solution focused
Participate and build effective and accountable teams
Transparency
Client focused
Empathy but boundaries
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403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
TITLE: Domestic Violence Case Manager
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time
SUPERVISOR: Clinical Supervisor
SALARY RANGE: $23.00 - $25.38 an hour
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YWCA Monterey County, dedicated to the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women, seeks a passionate, dedicated person to be an integral part of our housing team. The DV Case Manager is responsible for assisting survivors of abuse by establishing housing options after leaving an abusive situation.
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This position serves to work across all tiers of housing services provided by YWCA Monterey County including the Domestic Violence Shelter, Transitional Housing program, and Housing Establishment Assistance program. We are seeking a candidate that has experience and expertise in supporting clients who have experienced trauma and are able to implement the tenets of trauma-informed care. The position will require working from our confidential Domestic Violence Shelter and our Salinas administrative offices within Monterey County, working on site directly with clients, as required by referrals from other YWCA programs and external referrals from partnership organizations.
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Provide confidential medical, legal or general advocacy for individuals who are victims of domestic violence using a Trauma Informed Practice approach;
Provide crisis intervention support to victims of domestic violence;
Working with the Housing Services Manager in the DV Shelter Housing First program, undertake assessments and intakes from clients referred for housing services out with YWCA programming; this may include, where agreed, home visits and apartment checks where always post holder will be accompanied by a second staff member;
Support current YWCA clients to secure next stage housing and where possible, sustainable long-term housing that meets their needs and those of their children and families; develop a housing plan with each client;
Support clients through advocacy at external meetings. Mandatory to attend housing voucher meetings with clients;
Maintain adaptable and flexible availability for scheduling purposes to effectively meet client and business needs
Implement client retention strategies;
Screening and management of all private landlords and properties to provide the best possible service for clients by identifying need; maintain a register of all contacts;
Negotiate affordable housing options while establishing new relationships under the guidance of the Shelter Services Manager
Client case management under the supervision of YWCA Housing Services Manager;
Conflict resolution between clients in private tenancies and their landlords where possible and appropriate;
Working with all community referral partners to offer a warm handover between agencies;
Outreach: Presenting to partner agencies on our services; attend appropriate community meetings, and all other activities identified as necessary to meet the outcomes of the identified YWCA housing programs;
Supporting clients to access flexible financial assistance;
Provide housing search support for identified clients;
Responsible for collecting and maintaining data collection, participating in program evaluation initiatives required by YWCA and external funders (CSG, PMT, etc)
At all times keep Housing Service Manager informed of issues and concerns related to clients
Ensure all client files meet necessary standards of confidentiality;
Assist with shelter operations, maintenance, repairs, overall facility cleanliness, pick up shelter-related donations, and purchase of food and supplies, as necessary;
Participate in the implementation of all shelter program procedures and protocol, including client engagement health and safety;
Collaborate and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to offer educational, vocational, employment and career development for all clients, ensuring a Bio Psychosocial approach to case management; implement core principles and evidence-based practices based on Trauma-Informed Care
Maintain clear professional boundaries with clients while offering understanding and empathy for clients in crisis;
Assist with move-ins and move-outs through flexible financial assistance; transport client where possible and appropriate;
Work directly with any mental health/ substance use counselors where appropriates
Manage resources for DV Shelter residents including food, transportation, food bank, and in-kind donations;
Help office coverage as needed.
Attend mandatory staff meetings, training sessions, and other agency meetings as required;
Other duties as required and assigned;
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Provide confidential medical, legal or general advocacy for individuals who are victims of domestic violence using a Trauma Informed Practice approach;
Provide crisis intervention support to victims of domestic violence;
Working with the Housing Services Manager in the DV Shelter Housing First program, undertake assessments and intakes from clients referred for housing services out with YWCA programming; this may include, where agreed, home visits and apartment checks where always post holder will be accompanied by a second staff member;
Support current YWCA clients to secure next stage housing and where possible, sustainable long-term housing that meets their needs and those of their children and families; develop a housing plan with each client;
Support clients through advocacy at external meetings. Mandatory to attend housing voucher meetings with clients;
Maintain adaptable and flexible availability for scheduling purposes to effectively meet client and business needs
Implement client retention strategies;
Screening and management of all private landlords and properties to provide the best possible service for clients by identifying need; maintain a register of all contacts
Negotiate affordable housing options while establishing new relationships under the guidance of the Shelter Services Manager
Client case management under the supervision of YWCA Housing Services Manager;
Conflict resolution between clients in private tenancies and their landlords where possible and appropriate;
Working with all community referral partners to offer a warm handover between agencies;
Outreach: Presenting to partner agencies on our services; attend appropriate community meetings, and all other activities identified as necessary to meet the outcomes of the identified YWCA housing programs;
Supporting clients to access flexible financial assistance;
Provide housing search support for identified clients;
Responsible for collecting and maintaining data collection, participating in program evaluation initiatives required by YWCA and external funders (CSG, PMT, etc)
At all times keep Housing Service Manager informed of issues and concerns related to clients;
Ensure all client files meet necessary standards of confidentiality;
Assist with shelter operations, maintenance, repairs, overall facility cleanliness, pick up shelter-related donations, and purchase of food and supplies, as necessary;
Participate in the implementation of all shelter program procedures and protocol, including client engagement health and safety;
Collaborate and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders to offer educational, vocational, employment and career development for all clients, ensuring a Bio Psychosocial approach to case management; implement core principles and evidence-based practices based on Trauma-Informed Care;
Maintain clear professional boundaries with clients while offering understanding and empathy for clients in crisis;
Assist with move-ins and move-outs through flexible financial assistance; transport client where possible and appropriate;
Work directly with any mental health/ substance use counselors where appropriates
Manage resources for DV Shelter residents including food, transportation, food bank, and in-kind donations;
Help office coverage as needed.
Attend mandatory staff meetings, training sessions, and other agency meetings as required;
Other duties as required and assigned;
FUNCTIONS
Serve as liaison between DV Shelter residents and confidential community services where appropriate;
Provide trauma-informed services and information to crisis hotline callers and shelter residents;
Participate in and provide services to survivors of domestic violence including crisis intervention, assessment, advocacy, emergency transportation, information and referrals as needed;
Participate in maintaining a rotating 24-hour coverage on the agency’s crisis line and shelter facility.
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YWCA employees are team members who believe passionately in the work to support victims of domestic violence. The entire team, at its core, exhibits the following competencies:
Deal effectively with ambiguity
Compassion
Adaptability
Able to prioritize for self and clients
Action oriented
Solution focused
Participate and build effective and accountable teams
Transparency
Client focused
Empathy but boundaries
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401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Interested in Joining our Team?
Apply on Indeed:
Send an email with your resume to our offices:
Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and Promoting Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity for all.
Our Values
A Compassionate Community
Respect
A Healthy, Balanced Lifestyle
Honesty and Integrity
Non-Violence
Collaboration
Justice and Fairness
The Dignity of All People
Key Dates in YWCA History
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