Focus Forward

There is still time to register for our Virtual 5k Walk/Run! Let's get moving on June 1st! Register for free at www.focusforward.org #FocusForward559 #virtual5k #Fresno

This week's K-Jewel Community Friend is Focus Forward, and their first ever Virtual 5k Walk happens June 1st. Check out the video and learn more at focusforward.org!

Let's reach our goal and sponsor a walker today! Let's make a difference together All proceeds will support Fresno County youth in the juvenile justice and child welfare/foster youth populations and their families. Copy and paste the link below to sponsor a walker or to donate. https://app.99pledges.com/fund/focusforwa #FocusForwaed559 #creatingpathwaystosuccess #fresnoca

Resource Specialist Opening Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in social work, criminology, sociology, child development, or related field. A minimum of a year for year experience and/or equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered as relevant. Must have and maintain CA Driver’s License with reliable transportation and car insurance for regular travel within Fresno County and possibly out of county (mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel... at the federal reimbursement rate). Background Clearance Requirement: Employment will be contingent on successfully passing a mandatory background check through Fresno County Probation. This will be completed, passed and clearance will be maintained according to the satisfaction of Probation. An outside background clearance will not be accepted or considered. If an applicant has obtained their Bachelor’s Degree, proof of a degree will be required. Experience: Facilitating Workshops, culturally sensitive work experience and approaches, data collection, organizing data, understanding eligibility, case management, collaborating with staff and volunteers as well as providing support and coaching to volunteers who provide services to clients, working with at-risk youth and/or families who have been involved in the juvenile justice system, and preparing to re-enter the community (or related population), referring clients to additional community resources, working with collaborative agencies, home visits, and experience effectively streamlining services to best serve the client. DO NOT APPLY ON FACEBOOK - Please send your resume and cover letter to Cassandra Parker, the Re-Entry Services Coordinator, at [Email hidden] For a full job description please visit https://www.focusforward.org/job-openings

Today is the first day to pick up your items! Drive up between 4pm-6pm Thank you!

Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred) in social work, criminology, sociology, child development or related field, or year-for-year experience working with at-risk and/or their families. The Social Worker will be working with youth transitioning from the Fresno County Juvenile Justice Campus facility to the community (family/caregiver homes or short-term residential therapeutic centers) through Focus Forward Re-Entry Services. The Social Worker will work with Family ...Support Specialists, Fresno County Probation and Fresno County Department of Social Services to best serve the youth and their support network for a successful transition. The Social Worker will take the lead on case plans and is responsible for upholding the case plan and reporting on the youth’s progress. Please send resume and cover letter to Cassandra Parker, Re-Entry Service Coordinator at [email protected]

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, criminology, sociology, child development, or related field. A minimum of a year for year experience and/or equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered relevant. The Family Support Specialists will be working with the families of the Re-Entry Program youth which includes (but is not limited to) the following work: weekly contact with families of enrolled youth, case management, group sessions, data collection, report...s (writing, verbal, etc.), referral, workshops, and providing other relevant services as needed to best aid the youth and family while reentering the community with the goal of reducing recidivism. The families served are dealing with complex social and economic problems that may include: homelessness, substance abuse, domestic violence, gang involvement, and more. This position is required to work non-traditional hours as needed to meet the needs of clients on case-load. Below is a sample of duties, responsibilities, and skills/knowledge that is required to do this job and may not be an exhaustive list as our client and programs' needs evolve. The Family Support Specialist will also be working alongside the Re-Entry Services Coordinator to screen youth for supportive services at the Fresno County Juvenile Justice Campus, link the youth to the appropriate services, and communicate with their Deputy Probation Officers. Please send resume and cover letter to Cassandra Parker, Re-Entry Service Coordinator at [email protected]

Happy Tuesday! Meet a dear and valuable employee at Focus Forward, Rene Moncada.Rene is the Education Coordinator who does Fresno City College advising and enrollment assistance for our youth interested in college. His passion and dedication can be seen through his willingness to go the extra mile for clients. Thank you, Rene. #FocusForward559 #education #piplinetoopportunity #fresnocounty

This Saturday, May 1st from, 3-4 pm, join our Financial Literacy Workshop presented by Suncrest Bank! This workshop is open to the public. Take advantage of this great opportunity to learn and ask questions! #FocusForward559 #suncrestbank #fresnocalifornia #financialliteracy

REMINDER! Tomorrow is 1 of 2 days to pick up your Market for Good goodies! Pick up will be available tomorrow from 4-6pm at 1265 N. Minnewawa Ave, Clovis CA. Thank you for supporting Focus Forward, we are grateful!

For our last week of showcasing our employees, we’re introducing our Placement Social Worker, Cherie Morales-Armendariz! She's been with Focus Forward longer than anyone!She offers so much knowledge and skills to both staff and clients. Cherie is committed and dedicated to helping those who need the most help in our community. Thank you for all your hard work! #Focusforward559 #placementsocialworker #Fresno

Meet our Parent Education Coordinator Karel Gonzalez Karel is always willing to go above and beyond to ensure clients have all the necessary tools to succeed. Thank you, Karel, for the time and effort you put into everything you do. #focusforward559 #BrightFutures

Meet Crystal Gomez, our Re-Entry Services Social Worker. Crystal does a great job working with youth and their families. She is genuine and passionate about the job she does. Thank you for being a positive role model to our youth and helping them change their lives. #focusforward559 #reentryservices #changinglives

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Thank you!! #FocusForward559 #CreatingPathwaysToSuccess #YouthInCountySystems #Repost @golden1cu We are committed to enhancing the lives of our members and the communities in which they live through our Community Grant Program. This year we’re awarding more than $600k to our deserving recipients who are working to help improve reading literacy and support foster youth transitioning to independence throughout California. Please join us in the coming weeks as we congratulate the winners and share how they're making a difference! #Golden1Gives #StrongerTogether

Join us on Thursday, July 30th at 5 pm for Family Night presented by Focus Forward Staff with special guest speaker Karla Contreras. #Golden1CreditUnion #FocusForward559 #FamilyNight #FresnoCounty Zoom Link: https://www.google.com/url

#FocusForward559 #FresnoCounty #EveryoneCounts #Repost @rockthevote YES, filling out your #2020Census is still very important. NO, there is no citizenship questions on the questionnaire.... YES, It can be filled out by mail, online, and by phone. YES, Count the babies too! Please don't wait until its too late to invest back into your communities. Learn more about completing your Census by clicking the link in our bio. #RockTheVote #Census2020 : @Vrye [IMAGE DESCRIPTION] A brightly colored collage with yellow sunflowers, pink mountains, and a blue sun with the words "Fill out the 2020 census" in black and yellow. Pink signs from left to right read "Put money into your community;" Count everyone in the household too, babies too;" "Can be filled out by mail, online, and by phone;" "No citizenship question!!" See more

#FocusForward559 #Repost @marjareemasoncenter MMC's Education & Outreach Team is hosting a #TeenTalk! Did you know teens also experience domestic violence? It's called Teen Dating Violence. Make sure your teen knows the difference between controlling and caring. Have your teen sign up for a #TeenTalk using the link in our bio!

#Repost @fresnounified Fresno, California As of 9:02pm this evening, April 1st, our Board of Education has voted unanimously to extend our school closure through the rest of the 2019-2020 school year.... This decision is not made lightly, but in the best interest of our student and staff’s safety and health. More information to come as we move fully to an online distance learning environment for all of our students through the remainder of this school year.

Here is our CEO, Joanna Litchenberg discussing Focus Forward's action plan!! #StayHome #COVID19 #FocusForward559 #CreatingPathwaysToSuccess

Being asked to shelter in place can seem scary. It's difficult for adults to comprehend and even harder for our children. We do know that by limiting our interactions with others can help us slow the spread of this dangerous virus. #FocusForward559

Thank you @golden1cu !! #FocusForward559 #CreatingPathwaysToSuccess #YouthInCountySystems

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Happy Valentine's Day everyone, from your friends at Focus Forward!! #FocusForward559 #ValentinesDay #SelfLove #FresnoCounty

Focus Forward staff raising awareness!! #FocusForward559 #HealthyRelationships #TDVAM2020 #WearOrange #Awaress

Raise awareness, wear orange on February 11th!! Don't forget to wear orange, snap a photo and hashtag TDVAM2020 #TeenDatingViolenceAwareness #PromoteHealthyRelationships #MarjareeMasonCenter #TDVAM2020