Child and Family Counselor (Part Time)

Child and Family Counselor Location: Onsite – Palmdale, CA Schedule: Part Time (20-25 hours/week) │ Non- Exempt Department: Intensive Home Based Services (COEDS) Reports to: Program Supervisor Pay Range: $22.00 to $22.50 The hourly range for this position is $22.00- $22.50 for employees hired in Southern California. The pay range provided in this job posting represents the typical range or starting rate for candidates hired within the Southern California region. Candidates hired in other California locations may have different starting rates based on cost of living and market data variations. Factors that may be used to determine your actual starting rate include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and internal comparisons to other employees in similar roles. Make a Meaningful Impact As a Child and Family Counselor for Collaborative Educational Support (COEDS) in Palmdale, California, you’ll use your education and experience to positively impact a child’s life. While working one-on-one with at-risk youth and their families in their home or community setting, you’ll implement treatment and intervention plans to provide tools for the youth to thrive in their community. About Aspiranet Aspiranet is a mission-driven social services agency with a proud legacy of supporting California communities since 1975. We are committed to ensuring that every child is loved, every family is supported, and every individual has the tools to succeed. Our services span the state and are delivered through six dedicated divisions: Foster Care and Adoption, providing support for children and families throughout the foster and adoption journey; Transitional Aged Youth (TAY), offering programs that guide young adults as they transition from foster care to independent living; Residential, delivering therapeutic care in structured, supportive environments to help youth thrive; Intensive Home-Based Services, focused on meeting individualized needs within the home, school, and community; Behavioral Health, delivering short-term, intensive mental health services for youth at risk; and Family and Community, emphasizing early intervention and family-strengthening supports. At Aspiranet, every role contributes to something greater—helping to create a future where opportunity, hope, and healing are within everyone’s reach. Position Summary As a Child and Family Counselor in Palmdale, California, you will travel to your client’s homes or community setting to coach and guide at-risk youth to strengthen their foundation to thrive in daily life. By building a strong, positive, caring relationship, you’ll create a safe space for your client to share and seek guidance during challenging times. In our team-based setting, you’ll document and share the status and experiences of your treatment and intervention plans with other team members, which may include social workers, parent partners, program managers and clinicians to provide the best support for the youth. Whether you are meeting with your client individually or in a family setting, you’ll build a trusting relationship with each of your clients. The flexible schedule allows you to meet with your 4-6 clients at optimal times. Just by the client knowing you believe in them, you become the catalyst that helps them improve. You'll see your clients improve their anger management skills, increase their self-esteem, improve their social skills and increase their social connections, and improve their impulse control in order to maintain their placement, avoid hospitalization or juvenile justice involvement and strengthen their resiliency, relationships, and family connectedness. Key Responsibilities Provide one‑on‑one and family‑based coaching to youth and caregivers in home and community environments Implement individualized treatment and intervention plans focused on emotional regulation, communication, and coping skills Support youth in developing anger management, impulse control, self‑esteem, and healthy social connections Build safe, trusting relationships that encourage youth to share openly and practice new skills Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including social workers, parent partners, clinicians, and program leadership to ensure coordinated care Document progress, interventions, and observations to support treatment planning and program outcomes Help youth maintain placement stability, avoid hospitalization or juvenile justice involvement, and strengthen family connectedness Manage a flexible schedule to meet with 3–5 clients at times that best support their engagement and success Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social services, or a related field Minimum of 1 year of experience working with high‑risk youth and families Passion for providing direct, relationship‑based support in home and community settings Strong communication and collaboration skills Commitment to trauma‑informed, strengths‑based practices Your Growth Aspiranet invests in your success from day one. You’ll apply your education and relationship‑building skills while receiving ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development. With programs across the state and a strong culture of internal advancement, this role offers a meaningful entry point into a long‑term career in social services. Your Rewards Aspiranet offers a competitive salary, a supportive team environment, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer‑paid medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage. You’ll join an organization where your work truly matters—and where you can see the impact of your efforts every day. Our Mission Aspiranet is a one‑of‑a‑kind social service agency dedicated to building a world where all children and youth are loved and cared for, and all families have the resources to thrive. Founded in 1975, our core mission is to help California kids and families. Aspiranet’s services include foster care and adoption family support, residential care, support for youth transitioning from foster care to adulthood, mental and behavioral health services, intensive home‑based care, and community‑based family resources. We provide services throughout California. Work Environment & Schedule On site role in Palmdale, CA. Field Based position that requires traveling to client's home or community setting Why Aspiranet? Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching. Access to the free Aspiranet Employee Perks Program. Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, wellness, pet care, gym memberships, theme parks, and more Training opportunities are available to support your ongoing development and career aspirations. Collaborate in a supportive, inclusive, and mission‑aligned culture. Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives that support employee wellbeing. Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. This position typically operates in a standard office environment. The noise level is generally quiet and remains within OSHA’s established safety levels at all times. Equal Employment Opportunity Aspiranet is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity. We believe a diverse workforce within a culture of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) increases creativity, innovation, problem‑solving, and teamwork for the youth and families that we serve and the organization as a whole. Aspiranet strives to provide our employees with a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive of differing world views, cultures, and lived experiences. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aspiranet