Bilingual Youth Specialist (Spanish/English)

Bilingual Youth Specialist (Spanish/English)- this is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid, Mon.

through Fri.

that requires flexibility in both early mornings and evenings to accommodate the needs of our client and their families.

This position is located in our Burlingame office.

Mission: We provide the people, place, and path for exceptional youth mental healthcare.

Vision: We aim to redefine what youth mental healthcare can be by delivering transformative support that doesn't just treat symptoms but changes lives.

About Edgewood Each person who works at Edgewood shares a passion for making a difference in the lives of the children and families who we serve in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Employees find themselves surrounded by a diverse and extraordinary group of dedicated professionals, in welcoming environments characterized by whole-person care, open communication, creative support and a commitment to growth, healing and improving each day.

Edgewood's successes come from our employees and the positive results they help create for children and families.

When you join Edgewood, you join a culture of purpose and belonging, where your growth is a priority, your identity is embraced, and the work you do matters.

Program DescriptionThe Turning Point C/Y Wraparound Program is a comprehensive, full-service partnership (FSP) for 35 of high-risk children/youth living in San Mateo County.

The Turning Point C/Y Wraparound Program is designed to help children and youth achieve independence, stability, and wellness within the context of their culture, community, and family/caregiver.

The Turning Point C/Y Wraparound Program seeks to stabilize youth in the community using natural support structures and a professional support team.

Position DescriptionThe Youth Specialist is a key member of our Wraparound team who works with children, youth, adolescents, and young adults ranging from age 6 to 21, this position seeks to identify and draw out client strengths and ensure progress towards behavior and other goals established by their treatment team and youth specialist referrals.

Core Competencies Competent in mentoring and coaching Teaches, models, and promotes effective behavioral skills in the home, school, and community locations.

Consults with caregivers on agreements to call police if de-escalation techniques do not work or if clients are a danger to themselves or others.

Works towards agreement and building consensus with treatment participants on plan of care approaches to behavior Has an understanding of the skills needed to partner with treatment team members in the creation of holistic treatment and individualized care plans.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Communicates with youth in a therapeutic manner to create safety and facilitate emotional expression, self-awareness, self-esteem, and social skill development Responds calmly and professionally to crisis, working towards agreement/consensus with clients and their guardians to de-esc...