Trauma-informed Care Advisor

Options For Learning • West Covina, CA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for training, coaching, and supporting anyone working with children in the education field, incorporating trauma-informed care practices. The trauma-informed care advisor (TICA) increases educator awareness of the unique developmental, mental health, and attachment needs of children from birth through 14 years of age within a trauma-informed context. The TICA provides capacity-building support across a variety of educational settings and roles, with a focus on strengthening trauma-responsive practices that promote safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. The trauma-informed care advisor trains and coaches educators across early care, out-of-school time, and school-age settings, including but not limited to child care providers, teachers, instructional aides, site leaders, and other education professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, education, human services, social work, psychology, or related field
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience facilitating trainings and/or coaching educators and working with children and families, including children from birth through school-age
• Demonstrated understanding of trauma and its impact on child and youth development across age groups (0–14)
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles, mental health considerations, developmentally appropriate practices, and effective teaching strategies
• Experience working in educational settings (e.g., early care, after-school programs, schools, or family child care homes)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Ability to adapt to changing program needs and work flexibly across multiple sites and educational contexts
• Demonstrated problem-solving, decision-making, and independent work skills
• Strong time management, organizational, written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Current certification in pediatric CPR and pediatric first aid acceptable to Community Care Licensing (to be renewed every two years)
• Proof of required immunizations, including measles and pertussis, as required by state law
• Proof of annual flu vaccination or approved waiver (ongoing requirement)
• Successful Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal background check prior to employment
• Spanish fluency (contract requirement)
• Valid California driver’s license, daily use of an automobile, and current automobile liability insurance

Nice To Haves

• Command of Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred)
• Master’s degree in early childhood education, human services, social work, psychology, or related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Providing training and coaching to educators and professionals working with children participating in the TIC Bridge Program and other education-related initiatives
• Increasing educator knowledge and application of trauma-informed care strategies within learning environments serving children ages 0–14 years
• Supporting educators in integrating trauma-informed practices into curricula, classroom management, and daily routines
• Increasing educator understanding of preventive and early intervention strategies to reduce behavioral challenges and promote social-emotional well-being
• Providing one-on-one coaching, modeling, and supportive feedback in educational settings (classrooms, child care homes/sites, and other learning environments)
• Communicating with educators to understand behavioral, mental health, and environmental concerns and collaboratively developing support plans
• Conducting observations and providing targeted coaching support for children who have recently experienced transitions or trauma
• Facilitating and participating in collaborative meetings with educators, education teams, and program partners
• Working collaboratively with internal Bridge coordinators, Bridge navigators, and Education teams to support program implementation
• Participating in collaborative meetings with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), foster family agencies, schools, and community partners, as applicable
• Conducting child abuse reports as required by law
• Participating in staff meetings, roundtables, teleconferences, service area processes, and required reporting
• Maintaining educator training, coaching, and participation records
• Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to all organizational and program policies and procedures
• Developing and maintaining professional boundaries and clear communication channels with educators and partners
• Tracking program activities and participation data
• Remaining current on trauma-informed care, child and youth development, mental health, and education-related research and best practices
• Maintaining and replenishing training and curriculum materials as needed
• Preparing oral and written reports as required
• Representing the organization at community events, professional learning events, and outreach activities related to trauma-informed care and education
• Attending designated community and partner meetings as needed
• Attending training as required
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 95% of employee's premiums; prorated for part-time)
• Organization-paid and matching retirement plan
• Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement
• Generous and flexible PTO
• Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level