Step Into a Rewarding Career with The Stepping Stones Group! Are you a compassionate educator with a big heart and a passion for making a difference? Are you ready to change the lives of students with special needs and build a brighter future - one step at a time? We are looking for part-time Special Education Teachers to join our dynamic team in Irvine, CA, and we want YOU to be part of this exciting journey! Qualifications: Master's degree in Special Education from an accredited institution Valid state license or certification for Special Education Teaching (mild/mod credential) Definitely a plus if you have experience working with children in a school setting, with a strong emphasis on supporting those with special needs Why Choose Us? Empowering Students - Help kids shine with your innovative teaching techniques and a whole lot of heart. You will make every step count! Support & Growth - Be part of a team that values YOU. From professional development to a caring network of colleagues, we are with you every step of the way. What We Offer: Competitive pay, Benefits, and Health and Wellness stipends that let you enjoy life inside and outside of school Relocation assistance (for those looking for new adventures)! Spread Pay Plan: Enjoy a consistent income throughout the year. Professional Development Stipends: Invest in your growth with our financial support. 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with our retirement savings plan. Online Resources: Access approved webinars, therapy ideas, and free CEUs. Travel Positions: Explore new locations with our travel and relocation assistance. Referral Program: Share the opportunity! Refer your friends and help them join our amazing team today! A workplace where you are supported, respected, and encouraged to do your best work every day. Are You Ready to Make an Impact? Join The Stepping Stones Group today, and help us build brighter futures, one student at a time. Every step you take creates a ripple effect in their world.
Mental Health Associate - Wraparound Services Community-Based Role | Irvine, CAJob Type: Part-Time Pay Range: $27.50-$32.50/hour Position Overview: ERA Ed, a Division of The Stepping Stones Group, is seeking a mission-driven and compassionate Mental Health Associate (MHA) to provide individualized, field-based, Wraparound mental health services to children, adolescents and families in Irvine, CA.This is an excellent opportunity for pre-licensed clinicians seeking hands-on experience, meaningful client relationships, and support toward BBS licensure through paid supervision and structured training. The ideal candidate is an Associate-level clinician (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC) who is passionate about supporting youth and families in school, home, and community settings. This position plays a vital role in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to building stability and resilience in underserved communities. Mental Health Associates will participate in a yearlong clinical training program, while working with diverse caseloads under the supervision of a licensed clinician. Services are delivered in-person and via telehealth, depending on client needs. Key Responsibilities: Deliver Individualized Counseling Services: Provide strengths-based, culturally responsive therapeutic interventions to youth and families in school, home, and community settings. Services may include individual therapy, family counseling, and parent support, tailored to each family's needs and treatment goals. Facilitate Family Engagement and Parenting Support: Build rapport and foster trust with caregivers to increase engagement in the therapeutic process. Deliver psychoeducation, coaching, and behavior support strategies to parents and caregivers in a non-judgmental and collaborative manner. Provide Crisis Intervention and Risk Assessments: Respond promptly to urgent client needs, including safety planning and de-escalation. Conduct risk assessments related to suicidality, self-injury, and harm to others, and follow mandated reporting procedures as needed. Participate in IEP/504 Planning and School Collaboration: Attend and contribute to IEP meetings as appropriate. Maintain active communication with school teams, including special education staff, to support students with emotional or behavioral challenges. Maintain Clinical Documentation: Complete all required documentation in a timely, accurate, and professional manner. This includes assessments, treatment plans, session progress notes, and collateral contact notes in accordance with agency standards and regulatory guidelines. Coordinate Care and Foster Community Linkages: Work closely with Wraparound team members, school personnel, and external service providers to ensure a coordinated, comprehensive approach to care. Provide families with referrals to appropriate community resources as needed. Participate in Supervision and Ongoing Training: Attend weekly group and individual supervision to support licensure and clinical growth. Participate in a yearlong training program that includes modules on DSM-5-TR, legal/ethical practices, crisis intervention, and evidence-based strategies. Qualifications: Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution Registered or in process of registering with the California BBS as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC Minimum of 20 hours of availability per week; full-time caseloads also available Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or families preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Valid CA driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to travel between schools, homes, and community locations throughout the day Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply Schedule & Work Environment: This is a field-based position that requires travel throughout the day to client homes, schools, and community sites (e.g., libraries, parks, recreation centers). Services are delivered in-person and via telehealth depending on client preference and treatment planning Clinical documentation and team meetings may be completed remotely Compensation & Benefits: Hourly pay range: $27.50-$32.50 (based on experience) Paid individual and group supervision toward BBS licensure Paid Time Off, sick time, and holidays Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Yearlong training program, including DSM-5-TR, evidence-based practices, and legal/ethical standards Mileage and drive time reimbursement Paid time off and paid holidays Ongoing professional development opportunities Join a dynamic, mission-driven team committed to improving access to care and transforming lives through high-quality Wraparound services. Apply today to begin your journey in community-based mental health care. ERA Ed, a Division of The Stepping Stones Group, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Are you interested in being a Clinical Fellowship SLP Supervisor? The Stepping Stones Group is hiring CCC-SLPs for In-Person Clinical Fellow mentorship and supervision in Irvine/Saddleback, CA The Stepping Stones Group provides you with unparalleled support and surrounds you with responsive and supportive clinical leaders. We will provide you with meaningful interactive opportunities and give you access to our exclusive content. Qualifications: A minimum of 3 years of experience in the school setting Maintains appropriate state license and ASHA CCC-SLP throughout the entire CF experience Completes at least two hours of professional development in the area of supervision after being awarded the CCC-SLP (SSG can provide if needed) Duties/Job Responsibilities include: Provide CF Supervision for CF-SLPs per ASHA guidelines Provide CF with the mentorship needed to become an independent practitioner of SLP services. Improve the clinical effectiveness of the Clinical Fellow through meaningful mentoring and feedback and assist the Clinical Fellow in developing independent clinical skills. Complete all records and feedback/ratings within a timely manner. See 2020 Standard VII Provide opportunities to view and accurately rate all skills listed in the 2020 CFSI [PDF] Provide the minimum required on-site and in-person supervisory activities per segment in order for the hours and weeks earned during that segment to count. Adhere to professional & ethical best practices Clinical Fellowship Mentor Expectations: Prioritize on-site observation, with virtual methods being used only as a supplement Minimum of 1-2 hours of in-person each month supervision Minimum of 1-2 hours of in-direct clinical support (e.g., documentation review, meetings, sharing resources, etc.) For California - Total of 8 hours per month of direct supervision, minimum of 4 hours of in-person each month for full-time Clinical Fellows & 2 hours in-person each month for part-time Clinical Fellow Availability within typical school hours to support the Clinical Fellow Feedback to the Clinical Fellow must be documented. Discussion about the best way to give/receive feedback should occur at the beginning of the CF experience (between CF and CF mentor); should be individualized based on the CF's needs On-site observation dates and times must be documented Maintain ongoing collaboration-mentorship emphasizes discussion, dialogue, reflection, and a bidirectional flow Compensation: The CF Mentor will receive a monthly stipend provided for each CF SLP that is being supervised.