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)
TITLE: ASSOCIATE MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST OR ASSOCIATE SOCIAL WORKER
CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time/Non-Exempt (20 hours/week)
SUPERVISOR: Clinical Supervisor
SALARY RANGE: $26.00 - 28.85 per hour
ROLE: To provide evidence-based therapeutic counseling services to clients of the YWCA Monterey County-King City and/or Salinas Office in a trauma-informed manner, in accordance with organizational, state and federal laws.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implement therapy services utilizing best practices in core areas of trauma treatment, holistic strengths-based case management, 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.
Evaluate clients' emotional, behavioral, and psychological needs and identifying potential issues within family systems. Develop and implement treatment plans that help clients develop coping strategies, improve communication, and resolve conflicts.
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 co-facilitated group and individual therapy for survivors;
Must be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Science;
Provide direct individual, couple, and family therapy to address a range of mental health problems, including addiction, domestic violence, and marital issues 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;
Attend staff meetings and community events, as requested.
Attend weekly supervision with clinical supervisor in accordance with BBS guidelines and requirements.
Performs other duties as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or Social Work.
Bilingual/Bicultural required(Spanish);
BBS registration required;
Minimum 1-year experience providing 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.
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
During working hours, employee may sit or stand for long periods;
Lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level and carry for brief periods;
Bend and stoop while filing or sorting through files
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: SHELTER AND HOUSING LEAD
CLASSIFICATION: Full Time Evenings/Weekends as needed
SALARY RANGE: $68,640 a year
POSITION SUMMARY: The Shelter and Housing Lead is responsible for supporting residents with their daily living needs while ensuring the shelter operates safely and smoothly. This role includes conducting intake assessments to determine service eligibility, maintaining accurate client records, preparing rooms for new residents, and performing regular security checks. The Shelter and Housing Lead also provides overall shelter coverage and serves as the primary point of contact for Shelter Advocates during assigned shifts, particularly when the Housing Service Manager is unavailable. This is an awake, onsite position with shifts that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays to ensure continuous program coverage, acting as Shelter Service Manager in absence of Shelter Service Manager.
ROLE: The Shelter and Housing Lead is responsible for providing survivors of domestic violence and performing related work as required including direct case management, responding to callers on the crisis hotline during business, after hours, weekends and/or holidays; handling intakes for victims of domestic violence seeking shelter services; distributing information about agency programs and services; providing referrals to community legal, medical, and social service, ensuring a safe environment within a 24- hours domestic violence, acting as Shelter Service Manager in absence of Shelter Service Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in the implementation of all shelter program procedures and including enforcement of house rules and security systems;
Manage resources for safe house residents including food, transportation, food bank, and in-kind donations;
Ensures effective communication between vendors, donors, volunteers, and safe house;
Provide relief, as needed, for call outs that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Coordinates with Housing Service Manager to approve admission of clients and is aware of ongoing case management for clients.
Participate in maintaining a rotating 24-hour coverage on the agency’s crisis line and shelter facility may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays;
Answer forwarded crisis line call take on-call when scheduled during rotation;
Respond to emergencies at night as needed;
Assist with shelter operations, maintenance, repairs, overall facility cleanliness, pick up shelter-related donations, and purchase of food and supplies, as necessary;
Conduct intakes and assessments with potential clients
Maintain clear and concise client files and records and assist in gathering statistical information in compliance with funding requirements. Responsible for completing grant reports;
Train/Onboard new advocates as needed.
Ensure advocates complete daily/weekly tasks.
Responsible for reviewing and upkeeping waitlist, crisis line intakes, volunteer hours, shelter activities, inventory, and community meetings.
Handle distribution, tracking, and reporting of petty cash.
Provide retention services for clients.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish/English) preferred.
Bachelor's degree in related area Required (Social Work, Social Services, Public Administration or other related degrees)
One year of relevant experience providing client services in a similar environment. (Preferred)
Completion of 40-hour domestic violence training program (agency will provide on-job training).
Knowledge of intimate partner violence and community resources. (Preferred)
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
Availability to work flexible hours, including some weekends, early morning hours, evening hours and holidays. (Required)
Ability to work with people of diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, socio-economic backgrounds. (Required)
Experience maintaining personal/professional boundaries.
Valid California driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and reliable personal transportation.
DMV record report. (Required)
Mandatory Reporter training (agency will provide training)
First aid and CPR training (agency will provide training)
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.
Other duties as assigned and/or needed for the agency.
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
During working hours, employees may sit or stand for long periods.
Lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level and carry them for brief periods.
Bend and stoop while filing or sorting through donations.
Twist and reach while working at a safe house location.
Must pass a background ID check (Livescan/fingerprints) and provide DMV record.
Ability to travel within Monterey County when required.
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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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
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