Looking for employment working with young children in the social services field? Are you interested in learning more about strengthening high-risk families and in helping young children begin to heal from abuse, neglect, and trauma? House of Hope utilizes the trauma informed psycho-educational approach with small groups of young children who are residing with their mothers in residential treatment. Group assistants help provide therapeutic groups for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children in our children’s day treatment program. 401(k) plan with dollar for dollar match, up to 5%, is available after one year. This position is 24 to 28 hours per week, Monday through Friday in the mornings from 8:30 to 1:30 or in the afternoons from 12 to 4:30 (or 5 p.m. on some Mondays). This position is an especially good fit for those with a passion for working with young children and their families; a desire to grow personally and professionally in the social work, mental health or child development field; a skills set of creativity, patience, energy and ability to help children learn skills in an engaging, nurturing manner; the willingness to be flexible, try new things, be open to feedback and handle stress calmly; is assertive, respectful communication skills with children, parents and co-workers; and has the ability to work as a team to create a safe, nurturing, consistent environment for young children. We are looking for someone with experience working with young children (6 months to eight years old); education or training in Early Childhood, Social Work, or Human Development preferred; good basic computer and writing skills; an understanding of professional ethics and boundaries in the human service field; and above average problem solving skills, conflict resolution abilities and above all, a sense of humor! Must be at least twenty-one years old and able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen. If in recovery, must have at least three years of clean time. Must have own reliable transportation and good driving record. This employer participates in the E-Verify program. Apply online at https://hris.rminc.com/Careers/JobDetail.aspx?JobId=40011 or email resume, a brief cover letter stating why this position interests you and three employment references to jobs@houseofhopeut.org.
