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Help youth and rescue dogs heal, grow, and find new beginnings.
Every role here changes more than lives — it changes systems.
ABOUT WORKING WITH UNCHAINED
At UnChained, work is compassion in motion.
We use positive reinforcement, trauma-informed practice, and teamwork to help justice-involved youth and rescue dogs grow together.
If you bring patience, empathy, and clear communication, you’ll fit right in.
We’re looking for people who see compassion as a skill — and want to put it to work.
CURRENT OPENINGS
MENTAL HEALTH FACILITATOR (Part-Time)
Location: Monterey County Juvenile Hall (Salinas, CA)
Hours: ~5–8 hours/week (program schedule)
Start Date: As soon as possible (open until filled)
Status: Paid, part-time
About the Role
Provide therapeutic support and guide group reflections (Chat Circles) for youth in UnChained’s Canines Teaching Compassion program. Create safe, trauma-informed spaces so youth can process their work with dogs and deepen learning.
What You’ll Do
Facilitate group reflections and Chat Circles during program sessions.
Offer trauma-informed support and model emotional regulation.
Guide conversations that build empathy, communication, and resilience.
Collaborate with Program Dog Trainers, volunteers, and staff.
Support youth social-emotional learning goals; maintain ethical standards.
What We’re Looking For
Licensed or license-eligible mental health professional (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, or equivalent).
Strong facilitation and communication skills; calm, compassionate presence.
Experience with adolescents; familiarity with trauma-informed practice.
Bonus: experience in residential/correctional settings; human-animal bond familiarity.
Compensation & Support
Paid position; compensation aligned with licensure and experience. Includes supervision and team support.
How to Apply
Email your resume and brief cover letter to apply@livingunchained.org or click the button below.
PROGRAM DOG TRAINER (Part-Time)
Location: Monterey County Juvenile Hall (Salinas, CA)
Hours: ~8–10 hours/week (program schedule)
Start Date: As soon as possible (open until filled)
Status: Paid, part-time
About the Role
Lead UnChained’s Canines Teaching Compassion sessions. Prepare, manage, and deliver positive-reinforcement training with youth and program dogs; support Health & Wellness lessons; and coordinate each 12-week training cycle.
What You’ll Do
Lead and manage program sessions for youth and dogs.
Teach youth to train basic manners and care using fear-free, positive methods.
Support SEL goals through lessons and discussions; maintain case notes.
Participate in selecting/evaluating dogs; ensure safe handling on site.
Collaborate with staff/volunteers; coordinate closing activities each cycle.
What We’re Looking For
≥2 years of positive-reinforcement dog training experience.
Strong understanding of dog behavior and learning theory; clear teaching skills.
Ability to lead groups, multitask with dogs and youth, and communicate clearly.
Bonus: experience with shelter dogs and/or underserved youth.
How to Apply
Email your resume and brief cover letter to apply@livingunchained.org or click the button below.
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At UnChained, every role is an act of service to youth, dogs, and community. If you feel called to help young people and dogs grow together through trust and compassion, we’d love to hear from you.
