Seeking an experienced Yoga Instructor for adolescents in a small, specialized, short-term residential treatment center in Oxnard, CA.  This unique program helps youth suffering from suicidal ideation gain coping skills for stability. We have been serving low-income youth in our community for 7 years, providing mindfulness training and intensive therapy to youth ages 12-17. Knowing that yoga is such powerful stress relief, we have integrated this into our program and had great success in providing youth this new skill. Yoga is just one of many wellness skills we impart on the youth we serve. We provide all the youth’s equipment and a large space for the class. Classes are dependent on enrollment and youth’s willingness to attend, cancellations have occurred but plenty of notice is typically provided.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and trainings on  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in order to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

• Provide one beginner’s 90-minute yoga class/week
• Classes will be for groups of 2 youth maximum per week

REQUIRED

• Proof of formal training/education required.
• A dedicated and dependable instructor who fosters a supportive learning environment with patience and clear guidance, ensuring youth feel confident and motivated.
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination.

PREFERRED

• Trauma informed practice and experience with youth.

• 1, 90 minute class per week
  • classes may be cancelled, however, will receive notice
• Flexible on day/time

• Salary is $60 per class.
• Contracted position.
• This position is non-benefitted.