Trauma Informed Coach

Mckinley Children's Center, Inc.; San Dimas (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company 3%

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Rewards Program

Credit Union Membership

Training Opportunities

Job summary

McKinley in California seeks a Trauma-Informed Coach to strengthen ecological trauma-informed care across sites. You will shadow team members, provide immediate feedback, and help youth feel safe, valued, and empowered to heal from past traumas.

You will lead trainings with the Training Department, monitor adherence to the model, and document progress. Candidates need a Bachelor’s (or higher) in related field, 3–5 years trauma-informed care, and willingness to work across sites; bilingual

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of trauma-informed care experience, preferably in residential/foster care.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed principles and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Coach team members on effective interventions for neurodivergent youth.
• Shadow daily activities to assess and reinforce ecological trauma-informed practices.
• Provide immediate, constructive feedback to staff during interactions with youth.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Staff training & development

Neurodiversity knowledge

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Weligent familiarity

Commute to multiple sites

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Weligent software

Job description

McKinley: Youth, Family, and Community are what we are all about! We offer a great working environment and benefits package! McKinley encourages growth so that you can Be your Best H.U.M.A.N.

At McKinley employees share a set of guiding principles: We embrace a culture that is Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. - H.U.M.A.N.

The Company:

McKinley is a highly respected welfare organization with a comprehensive array of programs and services - which touch nearly 1,800 lives annually - including short term residential treatment program (STRTP), Foster Care, Adoptions, Mental Health Services, and Special Education. McKinley has 5 locations throughout southern California with our main campus located in San Dimas. We embrace a culture that is H.U.M.A.N.- Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. McKinley has created a Hopeful environment, in which we choose optimism in finding the motivation to achieve our greatest dreams. We are a team dedicated to Understanding individual needs and do so by listening and embracing each individual’s stories. We strongly embrace our agency’s Morals by treating everyone with kindness and respect. At McKinley, we acknowledge our team member’s and clients’ Awesome qualities by celebrating what makes each individual unique. We are dedicated to Nurturing a Trauma-Informed Integrated Care approach that has created a unique culture within the organization. We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all.

The Position:

The Trauma-Informed Coach is integral to McKinley’s commitment to its Ecological Trauma-Informed Care Model, ensuring that team members consistently implement these principles in their daily interactions and therapeutic practices. By shadowing team members and offering immediate, constructive feedback, the coach will foster a supportive environment where youth feel safe, valued, and empowered to heal from past traumas. This role will strengthen team members' capacity in trauma-sensitive approaches, driving enhanced emotional well-being, behavioral stability, and positive outcomes for foster youth in care.

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay range we’re offering is $73,000 annually depending (Based) on experience.

Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Rewards Program
• Credit Union Membership
• Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in trauma-informed care or a related field, preferably in a residential or foster care setting.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed principles, therapeutic interventions, and behavioral management strategies.
• Minimum of 2-3 years in staff training and development, specialized experience in neurodiversity preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred to support diverse populations.
• Ability to learn and use mental health software (Weligent).
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination
• Must have the ability to commute to various sites, including off-campus and have the ability to physically restrain children if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach team members on effective interventions to support neurodivergent youth and the population of McKinley’s IMC STRTP.
• Shadow team members in their daily activities to observe the implementation of ecological trauma-informed principles and practices.
• Provide immediate, constructive feedback to team members on their interactions with youth, emphasizing ecological trauma-sensitive approaches.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance their understanding and application of ecological trauma-informed care in a variety of settings.
• Collaborate with the Training Department to facilitate training sessions and workshops to reinforce ecological trauma-informed practices.
• Monitor and evaluate team member adherence to the treatment model, ensuring consistency and quality in service delivery.
• Foster a supportive environment for youth by guiding team members in creating safe, understanding, and empowering interactions.
• Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to align ecological trauma-informed care practices with overall program goals.
• Document observations and progress, reporting regularly to leadership on team member performance and training outcomes.
• Conduct regular needs assessments to identify areas where ecological trauma-informed practices can be strengthened, ensuring continuous improvement in the application of principles that support youth and team member effectiveness.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Mission- work for an organization that makes a real difference in people’s lives
• Competitive pay
• Several benefit options
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Great training for staff

Join McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N.