Employment Opportunities

Current Employment Opportunities

We value diversity at Voices for Children and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and communities, including people of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, multi-lingual individuals, and people with disabilities.

Real Word Consultant (San Diego)

This position is based out VFC’s San Diego County office. This position does allow for remote / hybrid work. Permission to work remotely is determined based on a variety of factors including but not limited to performance, operational demands, essential duties, and responsibilities.

This position is part-time (less than 20 hours per week). Work hours and schedule for this position will vary based on operational demand. Incumbent is expected to work evenings and weekends as needed. The VFC office is open for business during the following hours, except on holidays recognized by VFC: Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Coverage at the office by the program and office staff shall be according to such schedule as developed by the President & CEO or designee.

About The Position

Under the direction and guidance of the Real Word Program Management Team, the Real Word Consultant:

1. Assists in the recruitment of Real Word members
2. Coordinates two community activities for Real Word members annually
3. Trains and mentors Real Word members
4. Collaborates with the Recruitment and Marketing Teams to develop and implement community outreach efforts that promote the CASA Program, as well as the mission and vision of Voices for Children
5. Speaks individually or with other Real Word members at the request of Voices for Children
6. Provides paid consultation services at the request of Voices for Children

Real Word Consultants should be prepared to handle matters confidentially and with the strictest security when the need arises, whether the items are labeled confidential or not. This employee must work as a committed member of the Voices for Children team.

More information and to apply: https://jsco.re/g5sky

 

Advocacy Supervisor (Riverside County – Palm Desert)

Recruited, trained, and supervised by VFC, our volunteer CASAs interface with key agencies, legal counsel, and community resources to identify and protect the best interests of each foster child. CASAs act as fact finders for the juvenile court judge to ensure decisions are based on the most current and pertinent information about each child’s situation. CASAs also provide emotional support as they guide their case children through the complex foster care system. CASAs strive to ensure that each child’s unique needs are met.

About The Position

1. Ensure that the dependency children assigned to CASA volunteers receive the advocacy they need
2. Ensure that the children’s best interests are presented to the Court, by CASA volunteers
3. Ensure that the needs of the volunteers are met and that the volunteers are supported
4. Ensure that the policies and procedures of VFC are followed by all volunteers
5. Carry out all assigned responsibilities
6. Assist with volunteer recruitment, training and retention efforts
7. Promote the mission of Voices for Children in the community

More information and to apply: https://jsco.re/g2tvc

Top Reasons to Work at VFC

We take pride in our extraordinary employees and their team spirit. Our staff members are dedicated to helping children in foster care and supporting the work of our CASA volunteers.

• We work in a supportive team environment and we set a high bar for ourselves in regard to professionalism and work ethic.
• We truly do make a difference in people's lives. As an advocacy organization, every day we work to improve the lives and outcomes for abused and neglected children in foster care.
• We are privileged to supervise and support talented and committed CASA volunteers.
• We rely on our creativity and problem-solving skills to find solutions to the challenges and limitations of the child welfare system.
• VFC offers opportunities for growth and career development in many areas, including public speaking and leadership.
• We have ample opportunities to increase our advocacy skills and knowledge of the child welfare system through conferences and workshops.
• Our employees play an instrumental role in developing our vision and pioneering new ways to meet the needs of the children we serve.
• We enjoy full health benefits, including dental and optical, and a 403(b) retirement plan.
• We enjoy 13 paid holidays (including all court holidays) in addition to vacation time off.

Voices for Children is an equal opportunity employer.

Voices for Children is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organization and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals, including employees, volunteers, clients, vendors, and contractors, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, physical and mental disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, caregiver status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis of any perception that an individual has any of these characteristics, or on the basis that an individual is associated with someone who has or is perceived to have these characteristics. We are committed to these standards in all practices including recruitment, advertising, job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, social and recreational programs, and any other terms, conditions, and privileges of involvement with Voices for Children.