Careers at Orangewood
Find a career with purpose at Orangewood Foundation. Explore staff stories and visualize how you will make a difference in a young person’s life.
Reshaping Employee Engagement One Life at a Time
INDIVIDUAL IMPACT
99% of our employees feel they are making a positive difference
UNITED TEAM
98% of our employees believe in our commitment to young people
POWERFUL RECRUITMENT
94% of our employees say Orangewood is a great place to work
CAREER SATISFACTION
93% of our employees are proud to work at Orangewood Foundation
What’s It Like to Work for Orangewood Foundation?
Becoming one of the leading service providers in Orange County doesn’t happen overnight. We’re only able to support young people thanks to the passion and dedication of our staff — and we’re determined to create a rewarding work environment where everyone at Orangewood Foundation is empowered to make their ambitions a reality. Pride, purpose, fulfillment, and team spirit — that’s what the Orangewood Experience is about. So, what will your experience be?
Equal Opportunity Employer
We adhere to the standards set by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Flexible Scheduling
We understand our work can be draining, so we support work-life balance with paid time off and hybrid work where available.
Powerful Teamwork
We foster a collaborative community of leaders who build each other up in the workplace.
Personal Fulfillment
Our team takes pride in supporting the Orangewood mission and making a direct impact on the lives of young people.
Thriving Community
Our social events, culture committee, and unmatched teamwork will keep you connected to Orangewood values.
Professional Development
We provide tuition reimbursement, access to seminars, and internal growth to support your career.
Mental & Physical Wellness
We provide chiropractic and acupuncture, pet insurance, and free Headspace subscriptions.
Competitive Compensation
We participate in the SoCal Nonprofit Comp & Benefits study annually to create competitive compensation packages.
Employee Benefits
Our team’s work is invaluable. We recognize their efforts with benefits that support balanced lives.
Work-Life Balance
When life happens, we’ll support your situation with the time off that you need.
We support Work-Life Balance with:
- Five paid sick days
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid work for eligible roles
- Fifteen days of paid time off your first year
- Thirteen paid company holidays
- Three paid floating holidays
Employee Growth
We invest in your future goals because we value what you bring to our team.
We support Employee Growth with:
- Career growth plans
- Job-specific training
- Leadership programs at all levels of Orangewood Foundation
- Learning & Development Reimbursement Program for college, certificates, & more
- Professional development workshops
Mental Health
Our team receives premium Headspace accounts because we value mental health.
We support Mental Health through Headspace as well as with:
- Access to therapists for professional mental health support
- Exercise & movement videos for physical wellness
- Guided meditations to help reduce stress and anxiety
- Mindfulness exercises to enhance focus and productivity
- Sessions with a life coach for personalized guidance
- Sleepcasts & music to improve sleep quality
- Trauma-informed workplace
Supportive Culture
We create open and intentional spaces so you feel seen, supported, and valued.
We create a Supportive Culture with:
- Competitive pay
- Culture Committee
- Passport Orientation with all Senior Leadership positions
- Salary transparency
Team Celebrations
By creating moments of connection with each other, we become a stronger team.
We organize Team Celebrations including:
- Free tickets to Angels or Anaheim Ducks games (subject to availability)
- Holiday parties
- Spring Butterfly Bash
- Summer picnics
Compensation Package
We offer comprehensive benefits so all eligible employees can thrive.
Our Compensation Package includes:
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic life and AD&D coverage
- Voluntary life and AD&D coverage
- Voluntary short-term & long-term disability coverage
- Voluntary accident coverage
- Voluntary pet insurance through ASPCA
- Voluntary Critical Illness coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (Guardian)
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Retirement plan (403b) with match
See the Orangewood Experience
We’re Dedicated to Building Diversity
Our staff should reflect the young people we serve. From volunteers to leadership, we ensure inclusion at every level of our organization. We’re dedicated to highlighting diverse perspectives and backgrounds to show young people that their identities matter.
HOW WE BUILD DIVERSITY
80%
of our staff are Gen Z and Millennials who are building powerful futures for their careers
47%
of our employees are Hispanic, demonstrating parity with the population of Orange County
89%
of our employees believe the Orangewood Foundation team is diverse
Find Your Calling at Our Connected & Collaborative Organizations
From social work to school administration, we’re always looking for talented individuals who are ready to join a collaborative organization and make a difference in Orange County.
Orangewood Foundation
At Orangewood Foundation, you’ll become part of the programs and projects that directly support young people from foster care, homelessness, and trafficking situations.
Samueli Academy
Ranked among the top 5% of high schools in the United States, Samueli Academy employs professionals looking to make a difference for teens in foster care and the local community. Samueli Academy offers different holidays and benefits than Orangewood Foundation.
Youth Connected Program
Become part of a team that supports foster families and teens in foster care. Learn more about opportunities on the Youth Connected Program website.
Don’t Take Our Word for It. Hear from Our Staff!
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It’s truly an honor and a privilege to serve the students and families of Orange County, and together we’re building something very special. Samueli Academy is a school that has produced graduates who are knowledgeable and confident.
Anthony Saba • Executive Director
Our Work Makes a Difference
The impact of our work extends beyond our office walls. We develop programs that empower young people to understand what they’re capable of. Explore our supportive programs to discover how we confront issues in foster care, homelessness, and trafficking.
Support Our Mission
Donate today to help a young person start building their future.
Resources For Young People
Need support? See which of our programs may be right for you.
