The Bilingual Mental Health Support Counselor provides family-centered mental health counseling, support, crisis intervention, and case management services for youth and their families. Bilingual Mental Health Support Counselors are members of a multi-disciplinary team and provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive services in the community at times and locations convenient to the family.

About the Program

As the Mental Health Counselor in the Expedited Transition Services (ExTS) program, you will support the clinical treatment and provide consistent behavioral support to youth and caregivers/families. You will engage youth and caregivers/families in activities both in their home/placement locations and off campus with the goal of helping youth and caregivers/families to make progress towards goals, increase independence, and experience success and stability.

ABOUT SENECA 

We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities:

Provide counseling and case management services for enrolled youth and their families Support client and family to connect to natural supports and community-based Provide crisis intervention and other mental health services as needed at client homes, schools, and other community locations. Participate in all treatment reviews, program staff meetings, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings when necessary. Complete mental health notes and other paperwork, and complete service tracking documentation as indicated. Assist with planning arrangements and transportation for school, therapy appointments, and court hearings as needed. Attend team meetings, weekly trainings, individual and group supervisions, and adhere to clinical best Maintain a flexible work schedule. Participate in providing emergency on-call response as needed. Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training. This may include intervening with the clients' behavioral program through physical management of the clients, if applicable. Training in additional crisis intervention modalities may be required.

Qualifications:

Required:

Education/Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree OR Associate degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable experience OR High School Diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable experience may be accepted in programs that do not have a written contract requiring a Bachelor’s degree as a minimum education level. Applicable experience can include paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families or working in the social services field. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary At least 21 years of age. TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements. Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.

SKILLS OF AN IDEAL CANDIDATE

Experience working with children/youth and families with complex and enduring needs  Experience implementing family-focused services  Ability to work effectively with a diverse population Strong organizational, time management, and writing

Schedule

Full-time 10 AM-6:30PM (Family driven schedule)

Benefits

Starting at $23.34 - $25.84 per hour. Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualification. Mileage reimbursement. 5 weeks of prorated PTO and 11 paid holidays. Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer. Comprehensive employee benefits package, including: Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage. Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance. 50% paid premiums for dependents. 403b retirement plan. Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan. Training stipend and professional development opportunities. Opportunities to develop specialized skills, including clinical supervision and evidence-based practices. Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington.