Build a Therapeutic Community of Care for Youth and Families in California's Central Valley
3 out of 4 youth that needs behavioral and mental health services don't receive them. In California, nearly 20% of high school students consider suicide with more than 10% of high school students who attempt suicide.
Be part of a Central Valley solution! Aspiranet's Hope Forward Campus in Turlock, California, is building a therapeutic community of care that is youth-centric, trauma-responsive, and future-focused for youth in crisis. Services include short-term crisis stabilization, residential and community-based care.
We invite you to become a member of a collaborative team of professionals working to provide a wide array of supportive, therapeutic, and behavioral services for youth and families on our Hope Forward Campus
Join the Aspiranet Team as we take action.
Hope Forward Campus Jobs
Leadership Opportunities
Core Program Director STRTP Care Coordinator
The Core Program Director I (CPD I) STRTP Care Coordinator is responsible for developing and sustaining a multidisciplinary team of professionals to provide residential services for up to six (6) clients within Aspiranet’s integrated community of care model. The CPD I oversees a team of Therapeutic Youth Counselors providing direct interventions, care and supervision, along with the coordination of Social Work and Clinical Services to ensure a trauma informed therapeutic environment of care that work towards successful outcomes for youth in an assigned cottage.
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Master’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, or a related field WITH two (2) or more years of supervision experience, OR
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Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, or a related field AND five (5) or more years of related experience of which two (2) or more years include supervisory experience OR
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Meets billing eligibility requirements for Medi-Cal AND (7) or more years related experience of which (2) or more years include supervisory experience or relevant experience as determined by the department.
Program Supervisor
SHIFT: Sunday- Thursday 3P-11P OR Tuesday to Saturday from 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Floating Across all cottages
Join our team as a Program Supervisor in our Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP), where you’ll work in a therapeutic, trauma-informed environment with no more than 4 youth at a time. This small group model allows you to truly connect and make a lasting impact.
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Bachelor's Degree required in Psychology, Child Development or related field
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Experience working with at risk youth required
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Residential Program Experience Preferred
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Supervisory/Management experience Preferred
Residential Shift Manager
SHIFTS: Thursday - Saturday from 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM - Wednesdays 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
The Core Program Manager II (CPM II) is responsible for managing Core Program Manager I’s (CPM I) with developing and sustaining a trauma-informed therapeutic cottage environment in collaboration with an integrated, multi-disciplinary team. This position manages the daily program rituals and routines, therapeutic interventions and crisis interventions, acts as an educational liaison, and ensures Community Care Licensing and regulatory compliance.
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One year as a YCP- III with demonstrated performance of essential duties and competencies.
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A Bachelor of Art’s or Sciences Degree; or Master’s Degree.
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Two years of full-time experience, or its equivalent working with the population to be served, or equivalent education or experience, as determined by CDSS.
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Two years’ experience as a member of the social work staff in a group home or STRTP program performing those duties.
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Have relevant experience as determined by the department to meet any of the above requirements.
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At least one year of supervisory or management experience.
Direct Care Opportunities
Youth Counselor (Part Time)
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Saturday-Sunday 8am - 4pm OR Saturday & Sunday 3pm - 11pm OR Monday & Tuesday 10pm - 8am
The Therapeutic Youth Counselor I (TYC I) is responsible for providing care and supervision to youth in Aspiranet’s Short-term Residential Therapeutic Program and engages youth individually and in groups as part of daily routines and rituals that include meals, school, and activities, and supporting therapeutic and crisis interventions. The TYC I is the entry-level position in the TYC series and is a member of Aspiranet’s Therapeutic Community of Care which includes Behavioral Health and Social Work professionals working together to implement an integrated treatment plan within a safe and welcoming trauma-responsive environment!
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Must possess any ONE of the following:
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A BS or BA degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work, or a related field, OR
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A valid child development teaching permit, OR
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Have completed 12 semester units of early childhood education, psychology, adolescent development, or foster and kinship care education, OR
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A valid certificate as an alcohol and/or drug counselor, OR
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Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at a group home or short-term residential therapeutic center, OR
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Have relevant life experience in the child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice systems as a consumer, mentor or caregiver, or life experience with children who have experienced high levels of trauma, or other relevant experience as determined by the department.
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Youth Counselor I
SHIFT: Thursday to Monday 3 PM - 11 PM OR Wednesday to Sunday 3 PM - 11 PM OR Monday to Friday 3 PM - 11 PM
The Therapeutic Youth Counselor I (TYC I) is responsible for providing care and supervision to youth in Aspiranet’s Short-term Residential Therapeutic Program and engages youth individually and in groups as part of daily routines and rituals that include meals, school, and activities, and supporting therapeutic and crisis interventions. The TYC I is the entry-level position in the TYC series and is a member of Aspiranet’s Therapeutic Community of Care which includes Behavioral Health and Social Work professionals working together to implement an integrated treatment plan within a safe and welcoming trauma-responsive environment!
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Must possess any ONE of the following:
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A BS or BA degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work, or a related field, OR
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A valid child development teaching permit, OR
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Have completed 12 semester units of early childhood education, psychology, adolescent development, or foster and kinship care education, OR
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A valid certificate as an alcohol and/or drug counselor, OR
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Have previously been employed as a staff or volunteer at a group home or short-term residential therapeutic center, OR
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Have relevant life experience in the child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice systems as a consumer, mentor or caregiver, or life experience with children who have experienced high levels of trauma, or other relevant experience as determined by the department.
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Youth Counselor III
SHIFTS: 3:00 PM -11:00 PM
The Therapeutic Youth Counselor III (TYC III, Youth Counselor Team Lead) is the senior position in the TYC series responsible for providing support and oversight of junior youth counselor staff as well providing therapeutic interventions, care and supervision of youth residing in a Short-Term Residential Treatment Program (STRTP). You will engage youth with daily routines inclusive of school, therapeutic activities, and interventions. The TYC III is the senior-level position in the TYC series and is a member of Aspiranet’s Therapeutic Community of Care which includes Behavioral Health and Social Work professionals working together to implement an integrated treatment plan within a safe and welcoming trauma-responsive environment.
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BS or BA degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, or a related field, AND three (3) full-time equivalent years of experience in a behavioral health related field.
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The following qualifications are preferred, and may be eligible for a salary premium:
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Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) qualifications which include a BS or BS degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work, or a related field AND four (4) full-time years of experience in a behavioral health related field.
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Substitution patterns for education and experience is allowed as follows:
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Up to two (2) years of graduate professional education may be substituted for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis, OR
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Up to two (2) years of post-associate arts clinical experience may be substituted or the required educational experience in addition to the requirement of four years’ experience in a mental health setting.
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Youth Counselor III (Part Time)
SHIFT: 3:00 PM -11:00 PM
The Therapeutic Youth Counselor III (TYC III, Youth Counselor Team Lead) is the senior position in the TYC series responsible for providing support and oversight of junior youth counselor staff as well providing therapeutic interventions, care and supervision of youth residing in a Short-Term Residential Treatment Program (STRTP). You will engage youth with daily routines inclusive of school, therapeutic activities, and interventions. The TYC III is the senior-level position in the TYC series and is a member of Aspiranet’s Therapeutic Community of Care which includes Behavioral Health and Social Work professionals working together to implement an integrated treatment plan within a safe and welcoming trauma-responsive environment.
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BS or BA degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Criminal Justice, or a related field, AND three (3) full-time equivalent years of experience in a behavioral health related field.
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The following qualifications are preferred, and may be eligible for a salary premium:
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Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) qualifications which include a BS or BS degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work, or a related field AND four (4) full-time years of experience in a behavioral health related field.
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Substitution patterns for education and experience is allowed as follows:
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Up to two (2) years of graduate professional education may be substituted for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis, OR
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Up to two (2) years of post-associate arts clinical experience may be substituted or the required educational experience in addition to the requirement of four years’ experience in a mental health setting.
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Aspiranet's Hope Forward Campus Redefines Mental and Behavioral Health Treatment in California
Aspiranet's Hope Forward Campus is made possible through a series of multi-million-dollar grants from California's Department of Health Care Services and Department of Social Services, with the goal of providing crisis stabilization services in California's Central Valley. Funding is in place to build a cutting-edge campus facility to deliver services that meet the needs of youth and families in crisis.
Aspiranet is looking to work with gifted, talented, and passionate staff to be a part of our therapeutic care community dedicated to bringing transformative services to youth and families. Come grow with us.
The new facilities and programming will be housed on Aspiranet's expanded 11-acre campus. Services provided to youth and their families will include:
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Children's Crisis Residential Care
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Psychiatric Health Facility
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Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Care
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Emergency Receiving Center
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Wellness Center
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Recreational and Art Center with a Cafeteria
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Family Visitation Center
Our team of multidisciplinary professionals is committed to providing intensive therapeutic treatment for youth and families that have been left behind for too long.
The Central Valley is California's Best Kept Secret
Aspiranet's Hope Forward Campus is located in the city of Turlock, California, one of the Central Valley’s hidden gems. Long known for its friendly family and community atmosphere, Turlock provides some of the most affordable living in the state. The city offers great restaurants, parks, and recreational opportunities.
Turlock has a small-town charm that it is less than a two-hour drive to San Francisco, Wine Country, the Pacific Coast, the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and Yosemite National Park.
Turlock has a vibrant downtown that hosts a weekend farmer's market taking full advantage of the Central Valley's agricultural abundance. Turlock is home to California State University – Stanislaus. Turlock’s public elementary, middle, and high schools consistently score among the nation's best. Turlock is a culturally rich and diverse community. With a population under 75,000, Turlock provides city living with a calm, comfortable small-town pace.
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Aspiranet is a proud non-profit member of Stanislaus County’s service community. Providing educational, behavioral health, foster care, family resources, and residential services in Stanislaus County since 1985. Aspiranet is recognized as a valuable contributor to the county’s social network of services. Aspiranet has a large employee base in the county and Turlock. Our staff are members of the community!
As one of California's largest social service agencies, Aspiranet provides unique opportunities for career growth. We are a vision and values-driven organization accredited by The Joint Commission. Aspiranet is dedicated to providing services based on best practices and innovation.
Aspiranet provides collaborative working experience, with strong support from management and plenty of room for growth. The work you do is appreciated and rewarded. Our workforce is as diverse as the communities we serve, with women in the majority of our senior leadership roles.
Great benefits, a collaborative culture,
and a true work-life balance
Perks & Benefits You Can Use Right Now
Exceptional Benefits
Aspiranet has a generous benefits package that includes an employer-paid healthcare option, retirement savings, and much more.
Paid Time Off
Aspiranet staff enjoys 14 paid holidays each year, including a paid birthday holiday and 2 diversity holidays of choice, as well as 10 paid sick and vacation days in your first year.
Student Loan Forgiveness
As a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit, working with Aspiranet may make you eligible for student loan forgiveness.
Educational Support and Training
Aspiranet provides ongoing training, certifications, and supports you when you decide to advance your degree.
A Diverse and Vibrant Employer
Aspiranet's workforce is as diverse as the communities we serve, with women making up the majority of our leadership positions.
Commitment to
Social Justice
Aspiranet has a Social Justice Department focused exclusively on supporting important issues in the communities we serve.
Aspiranet supports the important work you do every step of the way with competitive benefits and perks.
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14 annual paid holidays
including a paid birthday holiday and 2 diversity
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10 paid vacation and 10 paid sick days your first year
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Training and advancement opportunities
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A statewide organization with offices across California
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Healthcare, dental, and vision (including an employer-paid option)
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Flexible healthcare spending accounts
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403(b) savings plan with company match
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Life and disability insurance
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Flexible working schedules
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Employee discount and perks program
Work with amazing people
A highly skilled and passionate staff fuels our organization.
Love what you do
Make a difference in the lives of families and children.
Advance your career
We provide promotional opportunities for staff to take on leadership roles and expand into new program areas.
Get great benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits program for staff which includes Agency-sponsored medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, vacation, sick and holiday plan, and a full array of voluntary benefits.
Develop your skills
We invest in staff training and learning, and provide ongoing opportunities to gain skills, knowledge and tools.
Make an impact
Our diversity of programs and locations provides you with the opportunity to connect with individual clients while also impacting services to children and families across California.
With over 40 locations across California, Aspiranet offices help cultivate your strengths and celebrate your successes.
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Holiday celebrations
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Quarterly employee awards
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Employee of the Year awards
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Picnics and pitch-ins
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Company-wide employee appreciation celebrations
Aspiranet supports your career goals, wherever you want them to take you. Smaller caseloads allow you to get to know your clients in a personal way, which makes a huge difference in their success.
Join the Aspiranet team and become part of the change we're making in communities across California. Check out our open positions below or connect with us on LinkedIn.