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Job Location: Exposition Park – 3787 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007

ROLE SUMMARY

The Case Manager acts as a primary liaison between various client referral sources while providing walk-in screenings and offering resources and referrals for all applicants seeking services for severely emotionally disturbed children and the family/caregivers who support them.

The Case Manager assesses resources and skill-building needs of Wellnest clients, and provides ongoing outpatient and school-based mental health and case management services. The Case Manager also tracks a variety of client referral sources including but not limited to: Walk-Ins, Specialized Foster Care (SFC), and Family Preservation (FP).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Receives referrals, gathers information, and coordinates intake appointments with referral sources.
  • Reviews and collects information related to the clients socio-economic history, treatment history, education history and other relevant data and communicates these to a multi-disciplinary team for the purposes of diagnostic assessment and program assignment.
  • Provides outreach to clients and families to schedule intakes and complete required application paperwork.
  • Participates with staff in providing screening services to clients who receive Wellnests services.
  • Tracks the utilization of services and reports back to referral sources through daily phone calls and monthly reports.
  • Collects dispositions to update tracking and updates Social Workers, IHOCS, and other referring parties.
  • Attends case conference meetings to assist and participate in case disposition and follow-up.
  • Searches the community and presents options for additional needed or desired services (i.e., emancipation services; sober living opportunities; education enrichment; scholarships, grants or job training programs; age-appropriate social opportunities; parenting classes).
  • Case Managers routinely provide outreach to other community institutions (e.g., schools) or community events (e.g., health fairs) to promote Wellnest services and increase access to care for the community.
  • Maintains Coordination of Care and communication with Family Preservation IHOCs through Monthly Family Preservation Progress Reports.
  • Provides services to applicants seeking to enroll in services not specifically referred by SFC/FP, as needed during designated Walk-In hours.
  • Manages the tracking and scheduling of assigned field referrals from one or more specialized referral source(s) with specialized workflows (Ex. SFC, FP, SRTS) as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Bachelors degree (B.A./B.S.) in Social Work, Psychology, or another related field.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA drivers license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnests mission.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annualized Salary Range: $47,098 to $52,919
  • This position is also eligible for an annual $3,000 bilingual Spanish differential
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $50,000 life insurance policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: The Nest on Florence – 410 E Florence Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90003

ROLE SUMMARY

Housing Integrated Services (HSI) is a specialized program that provides comprehensive and intensive field-based community mental health services designed to meet the unique needs of Transition Age Youth (TAY) in Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) who are formerly homeless and have a Severe Mental Illness (SMI) or Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED). HSI services are provided as part of an integrated model in which the Los Angeles County (LAC or County) Department of Mental Health (Department or DMH), Department of Health Services (DHS), and Department of Public Health (DPH) partner to respectively provide mental health services, intensive case management services (ICMS), and substance use services, as appropriate, to Clients who are in or have been matched to permanent supported housing.

Wellnest serves TAY at our five story 100% permanent supportive housing development. As a team member, therapist handles cases as assigned, performs interviews and collects information from clients, identifies symptoms, makes diagnoses and develops a therapeutic or treatment plan. Therapists conduct individual therapy sessions, run therapy groups for TAY & TAY families, plans and administers therapeutic treatments in a field-based setting at the Nest on Florence, or elsewhere. Therapists consult with the Clinical Supervisor, medical doctor, Wellnest peers or other specialists and ensures the timely completion of required progress notes and paperwork. Therapists must meet or exceed productivity and timely expectations. Other duties may be assigned in this program that includes providing emergency services 24 hours a day, seven days per week.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITES

• • Builds trust and rapport with individuals. Assesses individuals and completes assessments, re-assessments, and client treatment plans that are required by the agency and funders.
  • Implements client treatment plans, emphasizing coordinated strategies for addressing mental health/substance abuse issues, relapse prevention, medication management, and any other risk factors that could impede permanent housing and provide ongoing assessment of client progress in attaining goals.
  • Provides complete documentation, meeting medical necessity, of all services and plans provided to clients.
  • Keeps highly organized files for each client and enters appropriate data within agency and funder compliance.
  • Coordinates services and collaborates with other service providers involved in the clients’ care.
  • Links clients to psychiatry services and other supportive services internally or externally.
  • Provides skill building, rehabilitation and therapy services to individuals and groups.
  • Utilizes a harm reduction model when working with clients with chemical dependency or abuse issues.
  • Utilizes evidence-based practices and best practice models, when appropriate, to meet each client’s individual needs.
  • Participates in case conferencing meetings and other community meetings.
  • Coordinates and collaborates with community, law enforcement, and other service providers and programs.
  • Participates in individual clinical supervision, group clinical supervision, and administrative supervision.
  • Represents the company at community services, funder events and events related to outreach for clients and supporters of the organization.
  • Participates in trainings and meetings as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Minimum of a master’s degree or equivalent (MSW, MA, Ph.D., PsyD, or MS) plus clinical experience and/or training directly related to adolescent counseling.
  • Bilingual Spanish speaking ability is highly desired.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Current registration with licensing board is required. Supervision for clinical hours for master’s level clinicians obtaining hours toward licensure is provided.
  • An active license in the State of California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Psychologist (preferred).
  • Must possess and maintain a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest’s mission.
  • Knowledge of 16 to 25-year-old young people and the social and economic dynamics of low-income urban and vulnerable communities is a must.
  • Knowledge of services for homeless individuals and families throughout Los Angeles County.
  • Skilled in engaging, motivating, and working with diverse individuals and groups to accomplish established goals.
  • Ability to work independently and with others – including other employees, clients and members of the public – in face-to-face and telephonic contexts.
  • Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and manage time, meet deadlines and perform duties under time constraints.
  • Maintain a high level of ethical and professional standards in accordance with Company policy.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • NOW OFFERING A $1,000 SIGNING BONUS!
  • This position is also eligible for an annual $5,000 intensive services differential
  • Annualized Salary Range: $64,480 – $79,439 plus incentive compensation opportunities
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $50,000 life insurance policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: Life Learning Center-5054 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037

ROLE SUMMARY

The Director of the Life Learning Center (LLC) is responsible for providing overall leadership, management, and oversight of all aspects of the Life Learning Program focused on supporting transition-age young people, ages 16 to 25. This includes hiring staff, ensuring contract compliance, overseeing the divisions budget, managing the divisions performance expectations, implementing policies and procedures, and representing the organization in the community. The Director of the LLC works closely with other leaders, including Executive Leadership, in managing a team-based model approach and serves as a collaborative partner with both internal and external stakeholders, including the Department of Mental Health, Department of Rehabilitation, and the Department of Child and Family Services.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Manage the day-to-day operations of the division, including contract requirements, supervisors oversight of provider caseloads, staff performance, and support of crisis situations.
  • Ensure the program consistently meets its contractual requirements and CARF accreditation standards within Intensive Services, which includes Full Service Partnership (FSP) and associated mental health services to TAY and caregivers in public mental/behavioral health services.
  • Manage a variety of funding sources (i.e., DMH, DOR), contractual requirements, and program budgets.
  • Collect, evaluate and utilize program data to monitor the divisions implementation of services and track program performance to make informed decisions.
  • Initiate and direct complex administrative and cost studies of departmental operations and procedures, direct the preparation of reports and recommend and implement new and revised policies and procedures based on study findings.
  • Oversee electronic systems, including the agencys Electronic Health Record System, to monitor the achievement of program deliverables.
  • Lead divisions staffing activities by actively participating in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new team members and managing staff performance and employee relations issues.
  • Directly supervise and develop the divisions leadership staff, and provide ongoing coaching and professional support.
  • Actively support and model Wellnest diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to ensure the integration of inclusion throughout all aspects of the program.
  • Establish and maintain a variety of communication methods to support the overall success of the team.
  • Identify staff training needs and suggest appropriate professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborate and coordinate services throughout the organization to ensure integration of services.
  • Partner with Housing Leadership to assess the housing needs of TAY population in Los Angeles/SPA 6, evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs; and within agency guidelines, develop and implement new programs or modify existing programs, i.e. mental health services, tutoring, nutrition, job training, and placement, etc.
  • Collaborate closely with Housing Leadership to lead and facilitate integrated Housing Board meetings to review and strategize outcomes for young people in Housing LA and The Nest on Florence.
  • Direct and implement services to ensure a seamless agency-wide continuum of a system of care.
  • Lead outreach efforts to ensure program services reach potential clients and families, as well as other external stakeholders.
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including other community organizations and collaborative partners, to create partnerships.
  • Seek and maintain relationships to augment services that provide culturally humble and non-traditional and alternative approaches to care for a young person and their community.
  • Promote a culture of innovation, by seeking the expansion and enhancement of clinical services, programming, external relationships, and funding for the LLC.
  • Assist in the writing of grants and establishing other funding sources, as needed.
  • Actively participate in providing clinical coverage during after-hours through the on-call rotation
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Masters degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or equivalent from an accredited college or university is required.
  • A minimum of five (5) years of management experience, in implementing and supporting treatment programs for youth in a field-based, community mental health setting is required.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent.
  • Must meet all BBS or appropriate licensing board requirements to provide clinical hours that qualify towards licensure.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid CA drivers license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest mission.
  • Knowledge of 16 to 25-year-old young people and the social and economic dynamics of low-income urban and vulnerable communities is a must.
  • Ability to utilize a healing-centered, client-centered, culturally humble, trauma-informed, harm reduction, and housing first approach.
  • Knowledge of challenges associated with homelessness, including chemical dependency, mental disorders, physical health concerns, violence, and isolation.
  • Ability to understand the needs of homeless young people to develop collaborative goals towards greater self-sufficiency and independence in the larger community.
  • Demonstrated experience in overseeing public-funded contracts with DMH and knowledge of associated rules and regulations.
  • Working knowledge of Short-Doyle Medi-Cal Rehabilitation Options.
  • Ability to conduct initial and quarterly psychosocial assessments with participants referred
  • Proficient with Los Angeles County DMH clinical documentation requirements.
  • Ability to learn multiple systems of mental health services.
  • Knowledge of services for homeless individuals and families throughout Los Angeles County.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and cultivate relationships to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Skilled in engaging, motivating, and working with diverse individuals and groups to accomplish established goals.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in the following areas: chronic homelessness, outreach and engagement strategies, intensive case management services, best practice models, mental health and substance use disorder services, crisis intervention, suicide assessment and prevention, affordable housing, and public benefits applications, housing and landlord/tenant rights, eviction prevention, etc.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annualized Salary Range: $108,675 to $122,107 plus incentive compensation opportunities
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $100,000 life insurance and long-term disability policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: Life Learning Center-5054 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037

ROLE SUMMARY

The Employment Specialist will assist young people, aged 15-25, at the Avis and Mark Ridley-Thomas Life Learning Center who are severely emotionally disturbed (SED) adolescents including co-occurring (mental health and substance abuse), developmentally disabled, and mentally ill; who are so affected by their disability that they are not able to seek, obtain and/or maintain employment without assistance. Services will also be made available to participants of the Blind Field Services (BFS) District as appropriate. All Services provided shall be only for those participants for whom the services(s) have been authorized through an authorizing case note from the DOR Counselor. The Employment Specialst will review and monitor service plans of young people; provide individual and group coaching related to general and specific job skills; assist young people to identify and address barriers impacting attainment of employment goals; assist in assessing and identifying competitive, non-sheltered employment opportunities, and other similar professional activities.

The Employment Specialist is field-based and has reliable transportation to support transition age youth in gaining employment. In addition, the Employment Specialist works to build community relationships with potential employers and community resources.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Works to support young people at the Avis and Mark Ridley-Thomas Life Learning Center to achieve their employment and career goals.
  • Adheres to the contracts under the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR).
  • Provides career guidance through the creation of goals, completing the Barriers to Employment Success Inventory (BESI), coaching, resume development, interview training, on-the-job support collaboration with a comprehensive team, and helping young people identify opportunities where they can learn, develop, and thrive.
  • Meets with young people on site and in the field, and models employment engagement activities.
  • Sets goals with young people and their treatment team
  • Participates in team meetings to collaborate on the care offered to the young person.
  • Creates, builds and maintains new relationships with prospective employers for young people.
  • Adheres to and successfully meets goals and outcomes outlined in the DOR contract.
  • For DOR, documents meetings and progress notes of young people by submitting DOR required forms and completing documentation in Exym
  • Provides weekly group meetings with young people focusing on similar goals and provides exposure to employment resources,
  • Is responsible for sharing information to treatment teams and young people to ensure continuity of care.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • BA/BS degree in psychology, social work, or human services and/or at least 6 years of work with adolescents in a clinical setting.
  • Experience using an electronic health record to timely complete mental health services/job placement client services documentation and Spanish speaking ability are preferred.
  • At least 1 year of experience working in a vocational or vocational assistance program preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record. Use of personal vehicle is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest’s mission.
  • Knowledge of 15-25 year old young people, social and economic dynamics of low-income urban and vulnerable communities is a must.
  • Strong organizational, written, communication and teamwork skills.
  • Proficient in the use of technology, including experience with an Electronic Health Record, Word, and Excel.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annualized Salary Range: $45,532 to $53,104
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $50,000 life insurance policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: Life Learning Center-5054 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037

ROLE SUMMARY

The Employment Specialist will assist young people, aged 18-25, at the Avis and Mark Ridley-Thomas Life Learning Center who are enrolled in the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Full Service Partnership (FSP) or receiving MHSA Outpatient Care Services (OCS) and who are interested in improving their employment prospects. The Employment Specialist will work with young people in identifying their interests, aptitudes, abilities and personality characteristics to help with finding competitive employment.

The Employment Specialst will be trained in IPS, which is an evidence-based practice model( EBP), developed at Dartmouth University, that assists and supports people who are Seriously Emotionally Disturbed (SED) and/or Severely and Persistently Mentally Ill (SPMI) to obtain and maintain competitive employment. This model is defined by eight practice principles and IPS services are integrated with the person’s mental health treatment. The practice principles include: focus on competitive employment, eligibility based on client choice, integration of rehabilitation and mental health services, attention to worker preferences, personalized benefits counseling, rapid job search, systematic job development and time-unlimited and individualized support.

The Employment Specialist is field-based and has reliable transportation to support Wellnest clients in gaining employment. In addition, the Employment Specialist works to build community relationships with potential employers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Works to support young people at the Avis and Mark Ridley-Thomas Life Learning Center to achieve their employment and career goals
  • Adheres to the contract for Supported Employment: Individual Placement and Support (SEIPS) through the Department of Mental Health by utilizing the IPS model and utilize the fidelity scales to ensure model compliance.
  • Provides career guidance through the creation of goals, completing the Barriers to Employment Success Inventory (BESI), coaching, resume development, interview training, on-the-job support collaboration with a comprehensive team, and helping young people identify opportunities where they can learn, develop, and thrive.
  • Meets with young people on site and in the field, and models employment engagement activities.
  • Sets goals with young people and their treatment team
  • Participates in team meetings to collaborate on the care offered to the young person.
  • Creates, builds and maintains relationships with prospective employers for young people in the community.
  • Adheres to and successfully meets goals and outcomes outlined in contract.
  • Documents meetings and progress notes of young people in IPS spreadsheet and in Exym.
  • Provides weekly group meetings with young people focusing on similar goals and provides exposure to employment resources.
  • Is responsible for sharing information to treatment teams and young people to ensure continuity of care.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • BA/BS degree in psychology, social work, or human services and one to two years of similar or same work experience are required.
  • Experience using an electronic health record to timely complete mental health services/job placement client services documentation and Spanish speaking ability are preferred.
  • At least 1 year of experience working in a vocational or vocational assistance program preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record. Use of personal vehicle is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest mission.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annualized Salary Range: $45,532 to $53,104
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $50,000 life insurance policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: University Park – Admin Offices – 3031 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007

ROLE SUMMARY

The Home Visitation Program Supervisor will provide ongoing, intensive, professional supervision to all Home Visitors focusing on supporting healthy attachments and utilizing the Healthy Families America reflective strategies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Provides a minimum of 1.5 to 2 hours of individual supervision per week for each direct service staff member as required by the Healthy Families America national office.
  • Shadows direct service staff to monitor and assess performance, provides constructive feedback and supports skill development.
  • Conducts field supervision with Home Visitors and owns reliable transportation for travel to family homes and other community meetings.
  • Is responsible for monitoring all aspects of Targeted Case Management provided by the supervisee.
  • Tracks and assigns referrals as well as engages new referrals.
  • Engages in various outreach activities which may include participating in community events and maintaining partnerships with community agencies for direct referrals.
  • Continually monitors the effectiveness and efficiency of home visitation completion rate efforts. This includes client case load assignments and schedule reviews so that each client is actively being served, engaged, and re-engagement of clients.
  • Assures that the supervisee is cognizant of and attending to issues of safety, including but not limited to, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, elder abuse and neglect, cutting, running away, unsafe sex and the related impact of substance use/abuse.
  • Is available for crisis intervention, including, but not limited to dangerousness assessments, Child and Elder Abuse, Tarasoff situations, psychiatric hospitalizations, domestic violence, runaway situations, substance abuse, cutting, running away, unsafe sex and other police involvement.
  • Works collegially and cooperatively with the Quality Management and Evaluation Division in assuring supervisee documentation meets Wellnest and Home Visitation Standards.
  • Maintains a working knowledge and compliance with all rules, regulations and supervision requirements according to the Healthy Families America model.
  • Attends meetings with clients/families as appropriate (e.g. handling complaints, safety issues) after consulting with the Assistant Director and Division Director.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • A minimum of a Bachelors degree (B.A. or B.S in child development or related field); Masters Degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
  • Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.
  • Demonstrated passion for and commitment to assist individuals accessing services that lead to increased wellness. Knowledge of and ability to quickly learn multiple LA County systems is also required.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA drivers license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnests mission.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, office personnel, other employees and the general public
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret manual and office documents
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • Ability to define problems, gather, transcribe and post data, analyze, synthesize and classify information, and draw valid conclusions where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to work independently and with others – including other employees, clients and members of the public – in face-to-face and telephonic contexts
  • Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and manage time, meet deadlines and perform duties under time constraints
  • Maintain high level of concentration and attention to detail for extended periods of time
  • Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints
  • Maintain a high level of ethical and professional standards in accordance with agency and community policy

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annualized Salary Range: $62,100 to $72,433
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $100,000 life insurance and long-term disability policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: University Park – Admin Offices – 3031 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007

         ROLE SUMMARY:

The Home Visitor will provide services to caregivers and their newborns until the child reaches the age of 5.  This program offered by Wellnest is based on the Healthy Families America model of home visiting.  This model supports new parents at the time their new babies are born, and provides additional support and ongoing home visitation services during the important early years of a child’s life.    

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Conducts surveys/assessments of parents and caregivers to determine eiligibilty for the program.
  • Responsible for providing program participants regular home visits for up to five years.
  • Provides weekly home visits for at least the first six months after the child’s birth and possibly less frequently after the first six months depending the family’s progress and challenges.
  • Follows guidelines for delivering research based curriculum.
  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to successfully implement the model’s family-centered strategies.
  • Build rapport with families to establish a trusting relationship with participants; strengthen the parent-child relationship; improve parenting skills; and serve as an advocate for child and family.
  • Assists families in referrals and linkage to other supportive agencies
  • Supports the family with setting goals and develop a plan for achieving these goals.
  • Conducts standardized, periodic screenings to identify potential developmental delays or health challenges facing the child.
  • Completes screenings for maternal depression for pregnant/parenting women and providing linkage as needed.
  • Takes initiative to represent Wellnest while supporting the mission by engaging actively in community events, including events related to recruitment of clients and funder activities and, on weekends.
  • Works with culturally diverse populations which may include the communities of Artesia, Bell, Bellflower, Bell Gardens, Cerritos, City of Commerce, City Terrace, Cudahy, Downey, East Los Angeles, Hawaiian Gardens, Huntington Park, La Habra Heights, Lakewood, La Mirada, Los Nietos, Maywood, Montebello, Norwalk, Pico Rivera, and Santa Fe.
  • Completes required documentation in order to meet organizations guidelines and standards for client charts.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Bachelors Degree in Child Development, Psychology, Social Work or other related field with preferred. Candidates may be with or within 6 months of receiving a Bachelors Degree, at which time a conferred degree copy is required. At least two years of case management whether in a formal or non-formal setting such as volunteer work is preferred. Home Visiting experience is highly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest’s mission.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • NOW OFFERING A $1,000 SIGNING BONUS!
  • This position is also eligible for an annual $3,000 bilingual Spanish differential
  • Annualized Salary Range: $48,266 to $54,229
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $50,000 life insurance policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: University Park – Admin Offices – 3031 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007

          ROLE SUMMARY:

The Home Visitor will provide services to caregivers and their newborns until the child reaches the age of 5 residing in the First 5 LA Best Start Communities of Compton and Broadway-Manchester.

Home Visitation services are offered to at-risk families to support parent-child attachment, child development, and linkage of families to resources. This program offered by Wellnest is based on the Healthy Families America model of home visiting. This model supports new parents at the time their new babies are born, and provides additional support and ongoing home visitation services during the important early years of a child’s life.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Conducts surveys/assessments of parents and caregivers to determine eligibility for the program.
  • Is responsible for providing program participants regular home visits for up to five years.
  • Provides weekly home visits for at least the first six months after the child’s birth and possibly less frequently after the first six months depending the family’s progress and challenges.
  • Follows guidelines for delivering research-based curriculum.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills required to successfully implement the model’s family-centered strategies.
  • Builds rapport with families to establish a trusting relationship with participants; strengthens the parent-child relationship; improves parenting skills; and serves as an advocate for child and family.
  • Assists families in referrals and linkage to other supportive agencies
  • Supports the family with setting goals and develop a plan for achieving these goals.
  • Conducts standardized, periodic screenings to identify potential developmental delays or health challenges facing the child.
  • Takes initiative to represent the Clinic while supporting the mission by engaging actively in community events, including events related to recruitment of clients and funder activities and, on weekends.
  • Completes required documentation in order to meet organizations guidelines and standards for client charts.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Associate’s Degree in Child Development, Psychology, Social Work or other related field, or the equivalent college units within a related field required.
  • At least 2 years of case management work; whether in a formal or non-formal setting such as volunteer work is preferred. Home Visiting experience is highly preferred.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest’s mission.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

• In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • NOW OFFERING A $1,000 SIGNING BONUS!
  • This position is also eligible for an annual $3,000 bilingual Spanish differential
  • Annualized Salary Range: $45,531 to $49,429 plus incentive compensation opportunities
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $50,000 life insurance policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: Exposition Park – 3787 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007

ROLE SUMMARY

The focus of this position is to identify and deepen long-term relationships built on a firm understanding of donor interests, passions, and values. Act as the primary relationship manager for individual donors to reach or exceed Wellnest’s annual funding goals; play a role in soliciting and closing major gifts.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Work collaboratively with the VP of Advancement & External Affairs and the President & CEO to identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective major gift donors, in expanding their financial support of the work at Wellnest.
  • Manage a portfolio of major donor prospects.
  • Communicate with portfolio prospects through face-to-face cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship meetings, as well as written strategies.
  • Assist with creating customized solicitation strategies based on Wellnest’s strategic objectives and donor interests.
  • Ensure that each major donor and prospect has a clear strategy and timeline for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship utilizing a moves management protocol that includes tracking in the donor database.
  • Responsible for meeting minimum annual fundraising goals.
  • Create reports as required by management that accurately reflect portfolio activity and performance.
  • Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct fundraising efforts that focus on major gifts.
  • Manage and help to design and implement strategies for various campaign activities.
  • Develop strategies to share our gratitude with donors, and develop and implement meaningful recognition and other stewardship for major gifts, in collaboration and coordination with key staff and volunteers.
  • Assist with developing and refining needed campaign materials, including the case for support, campaign updates, and reports via print, website, and social media.
  • Support department activities, such as capital campaigns, donor appreciation events, and other external events.
  • Represent Wellnest at fundraising events, committee meetings, and other external events as required.
  • Be accountable to personal goals, strategies and metrics, participating in ongoing and regular assessment of progress toward goals.
  • Proactively seek professional growth and development opportunities to maintain up-to-date best practices.
  • Other appropriate duties, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Minimum 5 years of successful major gifts leadership experience for a non-profit organization. Demonstrated success in securing major gifts is required.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA drivers license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest’s mission.
  • Knowledge of effective private fundraising techniques and practices, including annual fund, solicitation techniques and planned giving programs.
  • Proven success in strategic planning and execution of major gifts campaigns.
  • Demonstrated project management experience with the ability to efficiently meet competing deadlines.
  • Exemplify superior organizational skills and an ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Superior communication skills that are rooted in accurately and effectively conveying information, specifically regarding Wellnests donor projects and goals.
  • Strong public speaking skills, and the ability to communicate ideas with enthusiasm to diverse audiences.
  • Proven ability to work independently and well under pressure.
  • Ability to solve problems while exercising sound judgment and discretion.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and cultivate relationships to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Skilled in engaging and working with diverse individuals and groups to accomplish established goals.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of ethical and professional standards in accordance with agency and community policy
  • Must be comfortable with ambiguity and able to respond adeptly to rapidly changing priorities.
  • Database management and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., MS Word, Excel, PPT, and Outlook). General ability to adapt to new technology systems and applications, including fundraising platforms.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annual Salary Range: $90,000 to $105,000
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $100,000 life insurance and long-term disability policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: Exposition Park – 3787 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007

ROLE SUMMARY

The Program Manager position acts as a primary liaison between the Director and Access and Wellness Staff as well as ensures day-to-day operations of the Access and Wellness Program.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Maintains all directives set forth by the Director.
  • Provides Weekly supervision to staff conditional upon their role (Therapists, Case managers, Coordinators). Supervisees licensed therapist as preceptors for interns.
  • Monitors therapist productivity, caseloads, case assignment, and professional development. Approves and edits all assessments. Completes intake checklists and discharge checklists for Access assessments. Ensures proper billing to the appropriate funding bucket.
  • Oversees case manager duties: Triages with potential clients, consultation with therapists, community outreach, fielding resource calls, tracking referrals/applicants through multiple tracking and feedback mechanisms (e.g., SRTS, SRL) and providing resources to applicants who may be seeking other services.
  • Ensure that all Walk-In shifts are staffed as well as possible to ensure adequate coverage from 8am-12pm Mondays and Fridays and 9am-5pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays, an Thursdays.
  • Responds to requests from SFC/FP social workers, IHOCs, and clients, caregivers, and other advocates. Responds to customer service concerns during application, triage, assessment and transfer phase.
  • Consults with Case Managers and Therapists about applicants presenting with higher acuity mental health issues (e.g., hospital discharges, suicidality) and completes risk assessments as needed.
  • Approves timesheets in Paycom including missed punches, overtime requests, and PTO requests.
  • Maintains Agency-wide case request spreadsheet weekly to expedite case assignment. Fosters good working relationships with all other agency programs and leadership including monitor all caseload needs with agency Supervisors and Assistant Directors, building case- loads for new therapists, and finding best fit for clients depending on their level of acuity and need.
  • Runs Weekly Access Staff meetings and weekly group supervision for all providers.
  • Responsible for overseeing specialized referral program including Specialized Foster Care and Family Preservation. Attends all Family Preservation meetings, and works with SFC/FP Coordinator on monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Provides weekly report related to Referrals and Outcomes to Director and Chief Program Officer.
  • Oversees on-boarding Intake/Assessment training of new employees and interns including didactic training, workflows, and documentation required to successfully complete an initial assessment. Once new employees/interns are ready, oversees ‘shadowing’ (i.e., observation of other therapists) then shadows new employee/intern (e..g, observes them completing intakes) until new employee/intern can function independently.
  • Participates in weekly/monthly leadership meetings including those with Division leadership, Outpatient Leadership, and Agency leadership as scheduled.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Master’s degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or equivalent from an accredited college or university is required.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must possess and maintain a valid CA license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent.
  • Must meet all BBS or appropriate licensing board requirements to provide clinical hours that qualify towards licensure.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid CA driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnest’s mission.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret manual and office documents.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • Ability to define problems, gather, transcribe and post data, analyze, synthesize and classify information, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to work independently and with others – including other employees, clients and members of the public – in face-to-face and telephonic contexts.
  • Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and manage time, meet deadlines and perform duties under time constraints.

In keeping with Company policy for all employees, the successful applicant must also complete a test for TB, and fingerprint clearance by the Department of Justice. Proof that you will be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 per eligibility guidance by your employment start date. Per the CDC and Department of Public Health, individuals are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19: two weeks or more after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna or vaccine authorized by the World Health Organization), or two weeks or more after they have received a single-dose vaccine (Johnson and Johnson [J&J]/Janssen). The Company will provide exemptions in accordance with applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annualized Salary Range: $88,243 to $99,150 plus incentive compensation opportunities
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $100,000 life insurance and long-term disability policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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Job Location: Exposition Park – 3787 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90007

ROLE SUMMARY

The School Linked Services and Community Access Program Manager is responsible for building strategic partnerships with schools and other community partners to expand access to Wellnests services. This role supports building school and community culture as a Leadership team member at Wellnest.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Creates, develops, and maintains relationships with schools, community partners, and other important stakeholders of the community including but not limited to LAUSD and affiliated charter schools, the Department of Parks and Recreation, local social justice organizations, and faith-based organizations and colleges and other Institutions of higher learning.
  • Works with schools and community partners to ensure partners are aware of the type of services provided at Wellnest, funding sources, and program requirements to sustain adequate and ongoing referrals to Wellnest.
  • In collaboration with Division Directors and Chief Program Officer, builds and implements a strong outreach plan to reach as many schools and potential community partners within our targeted services areas.
  • Works closely with Division Directors and Chief Program Officer to develop strategic objectives centered around expanding community access to Wellnests services.
  • Leads the development of materials that educates schools and other community partners on the resources, services and programs offered at Wellnest.
  • Establishes and oversees Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with LAUSD.
  • Develops Service Delivery Agreements (SDA) with individual schools in collaboration with the schools principal and school leadership team (e.g., PSWs teachers, and counselors).
  • Receives and reviews all referrals and triages each for medical necessity and appropriateness of referral based on potential DSM 5 diagnosis, risk and acuity level of referral, and programs and services offered at Wellnest.
  • Responsible for the clinical assessment for risk of harm to self and others and collaborating with the referring party to ensure an immediate safety plan when significant risk has been identified.
  • Works collaboratively with the Access Program Manager to ensure that caseload assignments are balanced between school and Access referral sources.
  • Maintains ongoing communication with referring party on the ongoing disposition of referrals as well as through the county-wide Service Request Tracking System (SRTS) and Service Request Log (SRL).
  • Collaborates with Clinical Supervisors to monitor the clinical progress of cases assigned through SLS/Community Partners and trains staff on providing timely intake assessments and progression through appropriate treatment models.
  • Maintains effective communication with staff across Wellnest programs to manage issues related to field-based and school-linked services.
  • Plans, coordinates participation, and represents Wellnest in community health fairs and other events.
  • Collaborates with Wellnest leadership teams to inform and plan ongoing relationships with community stakeholders as it relates to Wellnests Strategic Plan.
  • Participates in and provides ongoing training and professional development.
  • Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated roles and responsibilities.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• • Masters degree in psychology, social work, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience working within the mental health field within or outside of school settings.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• • Must hold a valid license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid CA drivers license and insurable driving record. Employee must have the ability to use a personal vehicle with the required insurance coverage to complete the essential duties of their job and conduct agency business.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • A strong commitment to advancing Wellnests mission by delivering high-quality community-based mental health services.
  • Awareness and commitment to abide by legal and ethical principles.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships with cultural humility.
  • Strong critical thinking skills with an ability to respond calmly to difficult situations.
  • Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with other providers and staff to ensure excellent clinical care.
  • Dedicated to continued learning to strengthen clinical practices.
  • Working knowledge of other community mental health services and resources.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., MS Word, Excel, and Outlook). General ability to adapt to new technology systems and applications such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Conditions of Employment:

• • CDPH COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate: All employees must be fully vaccinated and boosted, if eligible, as a condition of employment. A valid religious or medical exemption would be accepted but would require submission of weekly COVID-19 testing.

Working Conditions:

• • Employee regularly works out in the field and an office environment. Employee may be required to work flexible hours, evening and/or weekend hours, to attend events, and for time-sensitive projects.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• • Annualized Salary Range: $74,800 to $83,000 plus incentive compensation opportunities
  • Wellnest offers $10,000/year to build a personalized health benefits package from a choice of available medical, dental, and vision coverage plans, as well as an employer-paid $100,000 life insurance and long-term disability policy.
  • Wellnest employees benefit from an employer-sponsored 401(k) company match, dollar for dollar, up to 3%, and a profit-sharing contribution benefit of up to 5%.

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