If you're looking for a career at an extraordinary organization with a higher purpose, then the San Diego Center for Children (SDCC) is the place for you!

The mission of San Diego Center for Children is to promote the well-being of children, youth, families, and communities by providing an array of proven and effective mental health, educational, and social services. Founded in 1887, SDCC is San Diego's oldest accredited non-profit organization. Today, SDCC has become a leader in providing mental health services to children and families within our community. We offer a variety of programs for children facing behavioral, emotional, social, and educational challenges. SDCC has taken a lead in San Diego County in focusing on the use of evidence-based practices within our programs. Our trained staff consists of caring and dedicated professionals who focus on positive behavioral support, based on positive reinforcement, praise and skill building. The SDCC employs over 300 professionals and has grown into San Diego's most trusted organization at finding solutions and changing lives. Join our team and become part of our mission to heal the hearts and minds of children, adolescents, their families and care givers.

The San Diego Center for Children fosters a nurturing and supportive environment for employees and volunteers alike. We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries, opportunities for advancement, and a fun and engaging work place in a team oriented environment! If you believe you have what it takes to become a successful member of our team, please click here to apply for one of our job openings.

The San Diego Center for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Our Team is Talking!

Carol Simpson
Wrap Facilitator/Therapist
STEPdown Wraparound - FFA Stabilization

A friend of mine worked for the San Diego Center for Children and told me there was an opening and that she really liked working here.  I have worked in the STEPdown program as a Wraparound Facilitator and therapist and I also work in the FFA Stabilization program, which provides therapy and skills coaching to foster youth in Special Families Foster Care. I have been working at SDCC for 2.5 years and I love it.  The people and the mission, vision and values here are in line with my own personal belief system.  SDCC has a personal touch and a heart and I believe that our treatment programs for children and families are excellent.  I also have a great supervisor who is supportive and gives me new challenges and opportunities for growth.  What I have learned working here has helped me to fulfill my hours requirement and I now feel confident to take the MFT licensing exam.  My co-workers are very diverse and our work environment is professional, yet causal and supportive.  SDCC has great benefits, particularly in comparison with other non-profit organizations. I would certainly recommend SDCC to anyone looking for a great opportunity.  It is an agency that truly cares about children and families and is always open to innovation and feedback from its employees.  

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