Who We Are:

We are a premier provider dedicated to healing children and young adults, strengthening families, and transforming communities through quality, comprehensive services and advocacy. We envision a world in which children and young adults, families, and communities are able to heal, grow, and thrive.

Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt opportunities with flexible work schedules (mornings, evenings, and overnights)

Starting Salary Range: $18.04 to $20.00 per hour (based on experience)

What We Offer:

An outstanding benefits package and numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organization!

• Sign on Bonus of $2,000! Bonus split and paid in increments at 1 month, 3 months, 6 months and 1st year.
• Overnight Shift Differential of $1.00 per hour working from 10pm to 9am
• 13 Paid Holidays per year including Cesar Chavez & Juneteenth
• Earn up to 22 days of PTO
• 401(k) with no wait period and no vesting schedule
• 401(k) matching up to 4%
• Medical insurance offering 3 HMO with Kaiser and Health Net, and also a PPO Plan
• The Difference Card- Employer-funded benefit that works alongside an employee's health insurance plan to help offset out-of-pocket costs like copays, deductibles, and coinsurance.
• Dental insurance both HMO & PPO options, with 100% employer paid for HMO employee only coverage plan
• Vision insurance offers 100% employer-paid vision plan through EyeMed for you and your entire family
• Life and AD&D insurance 100% employer paid up to two times the annual salary
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• This role is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Other duties may be assigned.

The essential functions include:

• Provide 24/7 direct supervision and support to Non-Minor Dependents (NMDs) in a safe, trauma-informed, and nurturing residential environment.
• Implement individualized care plans and routines as designed by clinical and program staff, ensuring consistency and structure.
• Coach and support NMDs in developing and maintaining daily living skills such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, money management, and time management.
• Support the nursing department with tasks related to clients ongoing medical care including providing support for daily living skills, information needed for medical charting and other relevant tasks.
• Facilitate and participate in structured recreational, educational, and social activities designed to promote positive peer interactions and personal growth.
• Help youth acquire socially appropriate behaviors and interpersonal skills through role modeling, encouragement, and consistent reinforcement.
• Assist residents in identifying and achieving personal goals related to independence, education, employment, and emotional wellness.
• Engage residents in meaningful conversation and group discussions during meals, activities, and downtime to build rapport and support development.
• Monitor residents' emotional and behavioral needs, respond appropriately to crisis situations, and maintain documentation in accordance with agency protocols.
• Utilize positive behavior support techniques and appropriate disciplinary interventions to encourage accountability and self-regulation.
• Collaborate as an active member of the treatment team in the development and review of TILP and NSPs.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation of observations, incidents, and progress in case records and daily logs.
• Promote a clean, safe, and home-like cottage environment by guiding residents in housekeeping tasks and ensuring facility cleanliness is maintained.
• Transport residents to appointments, activities, and outings as needed using agency vehicles.
• Participate in regular staff trainings, supervision, and team meetings to support continuous learning and program improvement.
• Demonstrate professionalism, cultural humility, and emotional maturity in interactions with youth, coworkers, and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as required

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATES

• High School Diploma required
• AA (60 units) or Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Experience in direct care and/or previous training in de-escalation, daily living supports and/or neurodevelopmental strategies 
• Valid California driver's license
• Have and maintain an acceptable driving record, subject to periodic review
• Must provide proof of personal auto insurance acceptable to Hillsides' insurance carrier

TRAUMA INFORMED CARE (TIC)

Hillsides practices Trauma Informed Care (TIC) principles which recognizes the signs, symptoms, and widespread impact of trauma; Employees are asked to comprehensively integrate knowledge of Trauma Informed Care into policies, procedures, and practices with the goal to prevent re-traumatization which promotes healing of families, youth, individuals, and communities.

Hillsides is an Equal Opportunity Employer