Teacher Assistant Classroom Counselor (ON-SITE)

ABOUT LACHEIM 

La Cheim has been providing a robust continuum of care for nearly 50 years to help children and adults who were previously unreachable. Our nonpublic schools, community mental health center, therapeutic behavioral services program, and residential treatment center offer educational and mental health services throughout Alameda and Contra Costa County. 

Our team is made up of teachers, art therapists, counselors, psychiatrists, psychologists, RNs, social workers, MFTs, and mentors who are known for their caliber and compassion. They create life-changing experiences for those they serve. 

Being a part of La Cheim means being a warm and supportive family community member. Our team members enjoy rich benefits, valuable training and wellness opportunities, close support, and room to grow. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Teacher Assistant School Counselor at La Cheim School plays a vital role in providing support to students and promoting a positive learning environment for grades 6 to 12. This position involves a range of responsibilities, including transportation, classroom assistance, behavior intervention, and collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team. As a Teacher Assistant School Counselor, the staff immerse themselves in a culture that helps students navigate through their mental health journey, while simultaneously supporting students to achieve academic success.

DUTIES 

• Reporting any maintenance needs, damages, or necessary repairs to the Administrator or Coordinator, including vehicles in El Sobrante or classroom's.
• Conducting conferences between students and staff to improve student participation.
• Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintaining professional behavior in all interactions with students, parents, and staff.
• Attending all staff meetings and required trainings.
• Ensuring that the Agency vehicle always has gas and appropriate fluids.
• Being flexible and responsive to changes in the scope of duties.
• Transport students and student's family in agency vehicle to and from school. 
• Prepare and order meals for the students (breakfast and lunch)
• Supervise students across the school setting, monitor their actions and interactions.
• Assist in developing positive behavior interventions and plans, redirecting behavior as needed.
• Engage with students as a positive role model, promoting a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
• Write daily documentation notes about student engagement using Electronic Health Record system.

• Participate in all staff meetings.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team.

REQUIREMENTS 

•  A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, human services, or a related field in the behavioral health field, but it's not mandatory.
  
•  Shift: Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (On-Site)
• One (1) year of experience providing direct services in Mental Health
• Previous experience with youth, particularly underserved populations, or in a school setting.
• School Counseling Certification is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate nature
• Intermediate-level skills in MS Office (including Excel, Word, Microsoft TEAMS, and Outlook).
• Must have a valid Clear California Driver’s License, proof of insurance, validated car registration, and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Obtain DOJ/FBI clearance and TB test.

BENEFITS OFFERED

• $500 Signing Bonus after employed for 6 months. 
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
  
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (Sick, Vacation, Bereavement, Jury Duty, Disability, Anniversary Days) 
• Retirement plan (Term Life with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D))
  
• Vision insurance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

La Cheim School, Inc. is committed to diversity in its programming and in creating a staff reflective of the populations of the San Francisco Bay Area. We encourage and actively recruit applicants representing diversity of color, age, sex, race, religion, national origin, physical ability, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.