Why work with YWCA Seattle King Snohomish?
YWCA SKS is the region’s largest non-profit organization with a 120+ year legacy, focused on the needs of women, with programs serving 7,000 people each year. When you work with YWCA, you make a difference.
We’re women and BIPOC-led, family-centered, and supportive of employees. As a full-time YWCA employee (30+ hours), you’ll enjoy a benefits package including medical insurance, generous vacation, holiday, sick leave plans, and an outstanding retirement plan. Put your passion for racial equity and social justice to work – apply today!
What You'll Do
The Parent Ally Mentor Intern supports the work of the Parents for Parents (P4P) program and Homeward House Collaborative by providing peer mentorship services to Homeward House participants: new and expectant parents with substance use disorders entering or at-risk of involvement in the child welfare system. This includes providing outreach, case management, mentorship, and encouragement to families to support the parent-child bond.
This position has a social justice component that will allow for critical thinking around how the external systems impact the work that we are doing through the lens of racism and intersections with poverty. Valuing diversity and championing anti-racism are core values. As an equal opportunity employer, we highly encourage people of color to apply. Bilingual individuals are also encouraged to apply.
Learning Outcomes:
1) Become well-versed in supportive services available to parents with substance use disorders involved in or at-risk of involvement in the child welfare system in Snohomish County and how to access those resources.
2) Complete Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) and Parents for Parents (P4P) training and practice related technical skills.
3) Learn about trauma-informed practices and resources for building parent-child attachment and family stability.
#LI-Onsite
YWCA encourages applicants with a variety of experiences to apply!
At YWCA, we recognize that lived expertise is a powerful asset. This refers to the insights, knowledge, and skills developed by those who have navigated systems and experienced inequity.
Valuing lived expertise helps build trust with program participants, develop culturally responsive programs, and break down barriers to equity. It enriches our collective understanding and enhances our ability to serve communities that are furthest from opportunity.
Mental Health Considerations
All employees of the YWCA interact with clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma in various forms, including but not limited to, racial trauma, domestic violence, sexual violence, homelessness, unemployment, and financial hardship. As a result, employees are at risk of
secondary trauma. We encourage employees to seek support inside and outside the workplace and maintain self-care routines.
Equal Opportunity Employment
For more information
Contact us at
careers@ywcaworks.org with any questions or if you need accommodation for your application.