Trauma-Informed Youth Treatment Counselor

McKinley Children's Center; San Dimas (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Rewards Program

Credit Union Membership

Training Opportunities

Job summary

McKinley Children's Center in San Dimas, CA is hiring a Treatment Counselor to provide professional child care services in a trauma-informed setting while serving as a positive role model. This role supports children’s social, educational and personal development within a dedicated care team.

Join a mission-driven organization offering competitive pay and robust benefits. The position requires collaboration with unit managers and cross-site staff, plus a commitment to maintaining confidentiality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Valid teaching permit or related certificate with youth experience.
• Evidence of appropriate certifications and youth exposure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for children in a trauma-informed framework.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop skill-building activities.
• Document progress and communicate needs to Unit Manager.
• Report problems and recommendations to Facility Managers.
• Implement activities with the treatment and family teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Confidentiality and boundaries

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Ability to drive to sites

Education

BA/BS degree

Child Development Teaching Permit

12 sem hrs ECE/Adolescent Development/ Foster & Kinship Care Education

Alcohol/Drug Counselor certificate + 100 hrs youth experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

McKinley Children's Center in San Dimas, CA is hiring a Treatment Counselor to provide professional child care services in a trauma-informed setting while serving as a positive role model. This role supports children’s social, educational and personal development within a dedicated care team.

Join a mission-driven organization offering competitive pay and robust benefits. The position requires collaboration with unit managers and cross-site staff, plus a commitment to maintaining confidentiality