Child Mental Health Worker

About the Team

McAlister Institute is a 48-year beacon in San Diego's Recovery Community. We are dedicated to providing integrated treatment and support to individuals and families facing complex challenges. Our mission is to foster healing, resilience, and wellness through a compassionate, team-based approach that honors the unique needs of every client.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Child Mental Health Worker to join our integrated treatment team. Reporting directly to the Program Manager and receiving clinical supervision, this role is pivotal in supporting children with developmental or behavioral needs. You will work closely with mothers and a multidisciplinary team to advance children's behavioral, emotional, and developmental goals.

In this position, you will provide screening, assessment, and therapeutic interventions while collaborating with Healthy Development Services (HDS) and the Developmental Screening and Enhancement Program (DSEP). Your day-to-day involves administering child-specific assessments, facilitating therapy groups and individual counseling, and coordinating care with therapists, counselors, and care coordinators. You will also play a key role in implementing the Incredible Years program and providing parenting classes and community referrals. A core part of your mission is to model self-care and promote wellness, ensuring a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for all clients.

Hiring Process & Application

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including a criminal background investigation (fingerprinting), a pre-employment physical examination, drug testing, and a negative TB test. Candidates must have at least one year clear of probation or parole. Please note that a felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify an applicant due to County of San Diego contractual hiring requirements.

Current McAlister Institute employees may receive priority consideration for positions when they meet essential qualifications. We do not solicit staffing or agency contacts; please submit your application directly through our careers site.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

McAlister Institute is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.

We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you require an accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact jobs@mcalisterinc.org with your name and the position you are applying for.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. McAlister Institute does not participate in visa sponsorship programs.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1314, Deerbrook Drive, San Marcos, San Diego County, California, 92069, United States

San Marcos, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circleProvide developmental, cognitive, and behavioral screenings and assessments to children
check_circleAdminister child-specific assessments and therapeutic interventions
check_circleCollaborate with treatment team members to ensure coordinated care
check_circleCoordinate additional therapeutic services with Healthy Development Services
check_circleImplement the Incredible Years program and provide age-appropriate activities
check_circleConduct therapy groups, individual counseling, parenting classes, and educational workshops
check_circleMaintain a warm, welcoming, clean, and safe space for clients
check_circleAttend mandatory meetings and trainings on trauma-informed and culturally competent care

Requirements

verifiedMaster's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology
verifiedLicense-eligible status with California Board of Behavioral Sciences or Board of Psychology
verifiedAt least one year of co-occurring services experience
verifiedBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
verifiedLegally authorized to work in the United States
verifiedCriminal background check with at least one year clear of probation or parole
verifiedNegative TB test
verifiedReliable transportation

Nice to Have

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Benefits & Perks

check_circle13 paid annual holidays including birthday, 12 paid vacation days, and paid sick leavecheck_circlePublic Service Loan Forgiveness eligibilitycheck_circle403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 6% Employer Matchcheck_circleHealth Insurance available the first of the month following 30 days of employment (Sharp)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, Gender-Responsive Care, Culturally Competent Care, Incredible Years Program, Spanish.

Education: Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology required.

Frequently asked questions about Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers

What does a Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers will provide developmental, cognitive, and behavioral screenings and assessments to children; administer child-specific assessments and therapeutic interventions; collaborate with treatment team members to ensure coordinated care; and coordinate additional therapeutic services with healthy development services.

What are the requirements for this Child Mental Health Worker role?expand_more

To qualify for the Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers position, applicants should have: Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology; License-eligible status with California Board of Behavioral Sciences or Board of Psychology; At least one year of co-occurring services experience; Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred; Legally authorized to work in the United States; and Criminal background check with at least one year clear of probation or parole.

Where is the Child Mental Health Worker role at Trivers located?expand_more

Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers is based in 1314, Deerbrook Drive, San Marcos, San Diego County, California, 92069, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Child Mental Health Worker job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Trivers has listed this Child Mental Health Worker role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Child Mental Health Worker role?expand_more

Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Child Mental Health Worker role at Trivers?expand_more

Key skills for Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers include Motivational Interviewing; Trauma-Informed Care; Gender-Responsive Care; Culturally Competent Care; Incredible Years Program; and Spanish.

What education is required for Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology required.

What category does the Child Mental Health Worker role belong to?expand_more

Child Mental Health Worker at Trivers is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.