Program Assistant

Project SAFE (Support and Advocacy for Family Empowerment) is a unique child-abuse prevention program that serves DCFS-referred families with children ages 0-5, as well as at-risk pregnant women and parents with infants under 6 months dealing with substance abuse, domestic violence, and/or mental health issues. Project SAFE provides home-based services including, but not limited to: counseling, case coordination, psycho-education, parent training, parent/child interaction activities, and family advocacy.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Sociology, Social, Work, Psychology, Child Development, or related field preferred. Candidates with a high school diploma will still be considered.
• Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills, excellent time management, computer proficiency, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team and interface with partner agencies and community members.
• Valid CA driver's license with reliable transportation and good driving record.
• Knowledge of the local community and experience working with diverse populations highly desirable.
• Bilingual in Spanish required.

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment and great benefits, including:

• Excellent benefits, including a 100% employer-sponsored health insurance plan
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403b retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Sick Leave and Vacation Time

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.