What are the responsibilities and job description for the Treatment Counselor (Per Diem) position at McKinley Children's Center?
About the role:
We are currently in search of, compassionate, energetic, team oriented, and self-motivated individuals to take on Treatment Counselor positions on a per diem capacity. We participate in a Trauma Informed Integrated Care approach in order to create best possible outcomes for our youth.
About Us:
McKinley is a non-profit organization serving our communities with education, social services, and counseling. We offer educational services in our non-public school where we work with local school districts to educate students with learning disabilities. At McKinley, we embrace a culture that is H.U.M.A.N. - Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all.
A typical day includes:
- Promoting and assisting youth with self-help skills in the areas of nutrition, hygiene, and problem solving.
- Willing to work a minimum of 10 hours a week
- Modeling and supporting positive youth development and positive behavioral self-management through praise, mentoring, and attention.
- Facilitating psychoeducational groups on campus and out in the community.
The ideal candidate for this role will posses JUST ONE of the following:
- Bachelor of Arts or Sciences Degree or Child Development Teaching Permit; or
- Completion of 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education; or
- Previously been employed or volunteered at a group home or STRTP for at least one year; or
- Valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and have at least 100 hours of experience working with youth; or
- Have relevant experience as determined by CDSS to meet any of the above requirements.
Benefits of joining McKinley:
- Contributions towards Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement (assist with graduate school cost if transitioning to full time)
- Employee Referral Bonus
What we offer:
- Pay Range: $22.00 - $27.00 hourly
- Days: 4/10 work schedule with 3 days of each week
- Location: San Dimas, CA
Salary : $22 - $27
