Children's Coordinator

The Mission of JWCH Institute Wesley Health Centers is to improve the health status and well-being of under-served segments of the population of Los Angeles Area through the direct provision or coordination of health care, health education, services, and research.  

Position Purpose:

As the Children's Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in providing wrap-around services to minority and low-income pregnant and postpartum women, their children, and families at the Women’s Residential Rehab Treatment Program in South Los Angeles. Utilizing evidence-based practices, including Motivational Interviewing, the Nurturing Parenting Program, and Celebrating Families, you will help guide participants toward positive and transformative outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include offering essential support to women, children, and families impacted by substance abuse. This requires a comprehensive understanding of child development, trauma-informed care, substance abuse, and mental health to promote the holistic well-being of individuals and families.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Provide case management services for children of PPW participants, including scheduling and attending medical and dental appointments.
2. Coordinate enrollment in offsite daycare, school, and after-school programs.
3. Develop a daily activity calendar for children residing on the property or visiting their mothers.
4. Support mothers in bonding with their children through reading, singing, and play activities.
5. Facilitate care coordination for mothers and children as they transition from residential treatment to Recovery Bridge Housing and Intensive Outpatient Services.
6. Organize and supervise onsite childcare during group sessions, counseling, and therapy for mothers.
7. Plan and coordinate outings to parks, libraries, and other child-friendly locations for mothers and children.
8. Collaborate with Food Services to review children’s dietary needs and restrictions, ensuring snacks are prepared for onsite visits.
9. Coordinate and oversee weekend and approved mother-child visits.
10. Co-facilitate Nurturing Parenting, Celebrating Families, and other assigned group sessions.
11. Establish and maintain partnerships with community-based organizations providing relevant services to mothers and children.
12. Assist in organizing 4–6 family events annually (onsite or offsite).
13. Plan and execute quarterly Family Resource Fairs.
14. Build and maintain relationships with Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Social Workers.
15. Coordinate and supervise virtual or phone contact sessions for children living offsite.
16. Transport clients to children’s court hearings, child visits, and other appointments as needed.
17. Oversee the development and maintenance of a community resource referral list.
18. Complete documentation in SAGE within 24 hours of service delivery.
19. Provide weekly and monthly reports on program activities and outcomes.
20. Enforce COVID-19 safety measures as required.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Two years of experience working in the field of substance abuse with women, children, and their families.
2. Must hold at least a BA in a human service field (psychology, social work, counseling) or possess equivalent experience.
3. Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, proof of insurance and reliable transportation.
4. Registered as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor.
5. Culturally competent in working with minority, low-income, and vulnerable populations.
6. Able to work on holidays and other nontraditional workdays and hours.
7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with clients and team members.
8. Understanding of trauma-informed care principles and their application in substance abuse treatment.
9. Proficiency in Motivational Interviewing, Nurturing Parenting Program, and Celebrating Families methodologies.
10. Knowledge and experience with Microsoft programs- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.  
11. Bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish are preferred.

*All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Employee Benefits:

At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30 hours per week, you’ll enjoy competitive pay and a benefits package that includes:

• A monthly allowance for medical, dental, and vision premiums
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Short- and long-term disability plans, life insurance, and more!

Become part of a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time.

JWCH Institute, Inc Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.