Mental Health Rehab Specialist

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health, and social-emotional challenges. We offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!

Job Summary

This role supports the Day Treatment program by completing required documentation, assisting with therapeutic groups, and helping implement individualized behavior and treatment plans for young children. The position includes supervising and ensuring the safety of clients, providing crisis and behavioral support, coordinating daily activities, and transporting or monitoring children as needed. The staff member also collaborates with the treatment team, participates in training and parent programs, and performs hands‑on care to support children’s developmental and emotional needs.

Position Details

• Full-Time
• Location: Palmdale
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience working with children, teens, young adults or adults with social, emotional, and/or behavioral special needs Up to two years of graduate professional education may be substituted for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis; up to two years of post-associate arts clinical experience may be substituted for the required educational experience, in addition to the requirement of four years of experience.
• Prefer minimum of one year experience specific to working with Transitional age Youth or Adults with mental health diagnosis.
• Valid California driver’s license with a good driving record, with a minimum of three years’ driving experience.
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility for completing and submitting required Day Treatment paperwork in a proper and timely manner (which includes daily behavior notes, incident reports, weekly notes and/or other programmatic documentation).
• In the absence of the Milieu Group Therapist, may assume leadership of the milieu program and activities.
• Participate in treatment team meetings to assist in the development of individualized goals and case planning for clients. Participate in assigned program trainings to stay abreast of best practices in preschool mental health, attend agency meetings, and case conferences as assigned.
• Transport children in Agency van to and/or from the program and/or serve as bus/van monitor, on an as needed basis.
• Provide support to Milieu Group Therapist in planning and conducting daily activities and therapeutic groups.
• Lead assigned Social Emotional Learning Center and plan curriculum for this group under the supervision of clinical staff to compliment clinical themes in the milieu. Lead other groups as appropriate.
• Provide administrative support in the milieu (which may include, ensuring completion of sign-in/out sheets, daily attendance forms, preparing daily notes, phoning parents/caregivers to notify them of special announcements, etc.).
• Provide supervision and monitoring of children participating in the Day Treatment program including protecting, caring and ensuring the safety of all clients at all time.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support. Implement behavior management strategies for clients, including setting and enforcing limits for behavior.
• Implement group and individual behavior plans. Provide positive reinforcement and assist with behavior control throughout the day.
• Assist clients in developing social, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Provide direct assistance with personal hygiene and activities of daily living including (diapering, for pre-school program), toileting, food preparation, eating, etc.
• Report any suspected or reported child abuse immediately to Program Director and treating therapist.
• Attend and participate in monthly, evening parent trainings, meetings, and/or family programs. Provide childcare as assigned to facilitate parent participation in groups and trainings.
• Conduct all functions in accordance with Agency guidelines, policies and procedures and ethical standards.
• Work effectively as a member of the day treatment team. Effectively may be defined as properly implementing the duties as described in this document and practicing a positive and supportive rapport with other staff. A relationship of trust between co-workers regarding communication, competency of skills, and positive collaboration is essential, specifically with client behaviors and within the milieu in general.
  
  

Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including:

• Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
• 403b Retirement Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program through United Healthcare
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
• Pet Insurance
  
  

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.