Sacramento Children’s Home

Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children’s Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and among the most highly respected. SCH is an equal opportunity employer who values an inclusive work environment that celebrates and recognizes the diversity of its employees. At SCH, we appreciate that having employees of many different backgrounds strengthens our organization, and we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve.
POSITION SUMMARY: The RC-Music Specialist provides the children with encouragement and exposure to a variety of music-related activities, including individual lessons, forming musical/singing groups, talent shows, and introduction to musical concepts and games.
*SCHEDULE*: M – F, 3pm – 7pm & Wed. 11am – 3pmQUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required; An AA or BA in music is preferred. AND
Six months of previous experience teaching music lessons and planning and coordinating a music program or activities, AND
A valid Child Development Teaching Permit; or
Completion of 12 semester units of Early Childhood Education, Adolescent Development, Foster and Kinship Care Education or Psychology; or
A valid certificate as an Alcohol Counselor, Drug Counselor or Alcohol and Drug Counselor; or
A valid Vocational Training certificate, credential or documentation demonstrating that the individual is a trade journeyperson who instructs children in vocational skills (and at least 100 hours of experience working with youth as a mentor, athletic coach, teacher, vocational coach, tutor, counselor or other relevant experience as determined by Community Care Licensing which can be obtained after hire); or
Previous employment as a full time employee or volunteer at a group home, short-term residential therapeutic center or substance abuse treatment program for at least one year; or
Relevant life experience in the child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice system as a consumer, mentor, or caregiver, or life experience with children who have experienced high levels of trauma
A Bachelor’s degree in any field

Driving is an essential function of this job. As such, employees in this position will be required to furnish their own vehicle to be used in the course of employment. A valid CA driver’s license and minimum insurance coverage is also required. Must be at least 21 years old.
BENEFITS: Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, short and long-term disability plans, retirement plan with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional development and career advancement opportunities.
PLEASE NOTE: Non-SCH employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background process that includes passing a drug test that includes marijuana. Applicants who do not pass any part of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded.
In compliance with CDPH Order, SCH employees must be fully vaccinated and boosted* for COVID-19. Requests for exemption will be considered; if approved, weekly COVID-19 testing will be required.*
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.26 – $21.66 per hour