McKinley: Youth, Family, and Community are what we are all about! We offer a great working environment and benefits package! McKinley encourages growth so that you can Be your Best H.U.M.A.N.

At McKinley employees share a set of guiding principles: We embrace a culture that is Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. - H.U.M.A.N.

The Company: McKinley is a highly respected welfare organization with a comprehensive array of programs and services – which touch nearly 1,800 lives annually – include short-term residential treatment program (STRTP), Foster Care, Adoptions, Mental Health Services, and Special Education. McKinley has 5 locations throughout southern California with our main campus located in San Dimas. We embrace a culture that is H.U.M.A.N.- Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, Nurturing. McKinley has created a Hopeful environment, in which we choose optimism in finding the motivation to achieve our greatest dreams. We are a team dedicated to Understanding individual needs and do so by listening and embracing each individual’s stories. We strongly embrace our agency’s Morals by treating everyone with kindness and respect. At McKinley, we acknowledge our team member’s and clients’ Awesome qualities by celebrating what makes each individual unique. We are dedicated to Nurturing a Trauma-Informed Integrated Care approach that has created a unique culture within the organization. We celebrate diversity by our commitment to cultivating an inclusive and affirming environment for all.

The Position: We are looking for a Program Assistant to provide administrative and logistical support to program leaders and other team members. They manage the reception desk by exercising excellent customer service.

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay range we’re offering is $18.00 - $22.00, base on education and depending on experience.

Our people are the heart of our organization, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- we offer a company defined contribution of $540/month
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match up to 3%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Credit Union Membership
• Training Opportunities to Further Personal and Professional Growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science preferred
• 5 years of child welfare experience preferred
• Prior Office/Front Desk Experience Strongly Preferred
• General Microsoft Office and Internet Competency
• General Office Skills; Excellent Writing Skills
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam, TB and drug screening
• Ability to Commute to Various Sites on Campus
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the office, manage the reception desk while exercising welcoming customer service
• Assist in reviewing social workers casework, ensure their compliance with the agency’s policies and procedures, and all applicable laws and legislation.
• Provide support for case file reviews, to ensure relevant documentation of services is accurate and complete, i.e.,Quarterly Reports, Progress Notes, Dental, Medical, psychological and clothing allowances.
• Assist in providing assessments or investigations involving allegations, complaints, and matters pertaining to deficiencies and non-compliance by foster parents.
• Assist the QA and Intake department in fulfilling the required responsibilities.
• Coordinate and supervise training sites and the provision of training to prospective and certified foster parents.
• Assist in coordinating the provision of mental health services including psychiatric services to children.
• Provide leadership and support to assist foster families.
• Participate and assure participation of staff in all regional and general meetings.
• Maintain all policies and procedures updated
• Provide all needed reports and follow-ups to all regulatory entities
• Attend meetings as directed by the supervisor.
• Coordinate the preparation of all program meetings and follow-ups
• Maintain uniform standards for all regional offices
• Assure compliance with COA standards
• Maintain ongoing and open communication with Intake and QA department. All communication shall be documented.
• Interfacing with county social workers and foster parents on behalf of FCSW’s.
• Actively participate in the agency’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process as assigned.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Mission- work for an organization that makes a real difference in people’s lives
• Competitive pay
• Several benefit options
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Great training for staff

Join McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N.

McKinley’s response to COVID-19: The safety of the families, children, clients we serve as well as our valued team members is our priority. We want to make sure everyone at McKinley feels safe and welcomed. We are taking all the necessary precautions and safety measures to maintain a safe environment throughout our different locations. We are providing PPE to our team members and visitors along with practicing social distancing measures