Employment Opportunities: OYHFS provides career opportunities for individuals who
wish to make a difference in the lives of our children. Opportunities range from entry-
level to positions requiring specialized training.

Youth Care Counselors Outpatient and Residential Therapists Recreation Workers Clinical Supervisors Social Workers Psychologists

Psychiatrists Cultural Arts Specialists Substance Abuse Counselors RN and LVN's Teachers Instructional aides Administrative Staff Support Services Workers

 
Our Benefits: Working with emotionally disturbed adolescents and foster care children 
can be very challenging, yet rewarding. OYHFS provides a family-like environment for 
both the children and the employees. OYHFS also prides itself in offering career growth 
opportunities to employees who join the agency. In addition to a culture that is supportive 
and friendly, employees also receive access to an excellent benefit package, 
which includes: 

A. Insurance — Medical (HMO and PPO plans available), Dental (HMO and PPO plans available), Vision, Life insurance, as well as supplemental insurance and reimbursement plans. B. Company Sponsored Retirement Plan, Retirement Savings Plan ( 401K), Direct Deposit, Credit Union.

C. Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave. D. Discount Programs, Free Lunch. E. Referral Bonus and Bilingual Stipend for select positions.

Open Interviews are conducted every Tuesday between the hours of 2-4 p.m. 
Please bring a copy of your resume, and be prepared to interview with a supervisor.


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Youth Care Counselor (Full Time: Los Angeles, Eagle Rock, Carson, Mission Hills & Van Nuys)

Youth Care Counselors supervise, protect and transport residents, serve as role models and mentors, and provide for the well-being and development of our adolescents. Youth Care Counselors work with Social Workers and Supervisors in monitoring resident progress, and participate in-group and multi-family group therapy.

High School Diploma or GED required. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Clean DMV. BA/BS in related field or experience with youth preferred.

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Recreation Aide (Full Time: Los Angeles)

The Recreation Aide, under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, is in charge of creating and leading therapeutic and recreation groups. Coordinate & supervise athletic & recreational activities. Assist in planning and implementing of recreational programs

High School Diploma or GED required. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Clean DMV. BA/BS in related field or experience with youth preferred

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Substance Abuse Counselor (Full Time: Los Angeles)

As a member of the Residential Program’s treatment team, the Substance Abuse Counselor is an important agent in setting the tone, direction, and priorities of the residents’ treatment plans. The Substance Abuse Counselor works with the Youth Care Counselors and Social Worker in monitoring the overall progress of the resident, and working on any issues related to prior substance abuse, as well as preventative drug education.

High School Diploma/GED. CADAC or 5+ years experience. Bilingual Spanish.

Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Clean DMV. BA/BS in related field or experience with youth preferred.

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Maintenance (Full Time: Highland Park)

General facilities and grounds maintenance, including, but not limited to basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and other handyman functions

Supervise at-risk teens in vocational training

High School Diploma or GED required. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Clean DMV. BA/BS in related field or experience with youth preferred.

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Campus Dorm Therapist (Full Time: Los Angeles)

The Therapist possess and implements a basic knowledge and educational background applicable to work with individuals, groups, other disciplines and community systems within as well as outside the agency.

Optimist residential Therapist conducts individual therapy with residents as well as family and group sessions. In conjunction with the entiretreatment team, Therapist formulates and implements an overall treatment plan for each resident, consult with child care staff regarding resident progress, conduct evaluations and treatment reports, and other clinical duties.

MSW or MFT license eligible

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Community Mental Health Therapist (Full Time: Los Angeles & Palmdale)

Provide in-home clinical services to local at-risk teens and their families & complete required paperwork

MSW or MFT & registered with the BBS/Licensed. Supervised hours available. Must have car, good DMV record & willing to travel to clients’ homes. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

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Supervisor of Specialized Mental Health Programs (Full Time: Los Angeles)

Responsible for clinical supervision of the Mental Health Program(s) therapist in all four specialized programs, incorporating individual and group supervision as required by both Optimist Youth Homes and guidelines set by the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Oversee daily operation(s) of Full Service Partnership (FSP), Aftercare, Transitional Housing and Juvenile Hall (Sylmar) Mental Health Services.

Possess a current and active LCSW or MFT license. Active registration through the Board of Behavioral Science Examiners (BBSE) and in good standing. Clear and clean history with the BBS. Computer literacy.

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All full-time positions include an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as paid time-off, pension eligibility and more.

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All employees must be at least 21 years old and are subject to a criminal background check, reference

check, physical, TB test and drug screen. A clean criminal background is required.

If you would like to apply for an open position, please submit your resume with a cover letter indicating the position you are applying for along with your salary history to:

Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services
Human Resources Department 
6957 No. Figueroa St. 
Box 41-1076 
Los Angeles, CA 90041-1076

Or contact us at:

 (213) 688-6030

for updates during the month on available positions and how to apply.

E-mail:hr@oyhfs.org

Fax: 323-443-3041