Seneca Family of Agencies
Bilingual Support Counselor
Seneca Family of Agencies, Napa, California, United States, 94559
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Bilingual Support Counselor
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Seneca Family of Agencies .
The Bilingual Support Counselor provides family-centered mental health counseling, support, crisis intervention, and case management services for youth and their families. 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 Wraparound Seneca offers “Wraparound” services to children and youth susceptible of placement, and to their families. The Wraparound programs are strengths-based, family-driven, flexible, and creative, with the goal of helping the family develop the skills and supports to prevent or reduce the possibility of out-of-home placement of their child. A family-based team addresses the needs of the entire family, not just the child of focus. This family-based team consists of family members, Seneca's Therapists, Support Counselors, Family Partners, Facilitators and other community members who have an important role in the family.
About Seneca Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. 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 resources.
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 practices.
Maintain a flexible work schedule.
Participate in providing emergency on-call response as scheduled.
Qualifications
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.
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
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.
Preferred
Experience working with children/youth and families with complex and enduring needs.
Experience implementing family-focused services.
Skills of an Ideal Candidate
Ability to work effectively with a diverse population and workforce.
Strong organizational, time management, and writing skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Two on-call shifts per month
Benefits
Starting at $26.22 - $28.72 per hour, commensurate with experience
Salary increases each year
Mileage reimbursement
Stipends provided to staff members participating in the emergency on-call shifts
5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, fertility coverage
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
50% paid premiums for dependents
403b Retirement Plan
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington
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Bilingual Support Counselor
role at
Seneca Family of Agencies .
The Bilingual Support Counselor provides family-centered mental health counseling, support, crisis intervention, and case management services for youth and their families. 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 Wraparound Seneca offers “Wraparound” services to children and youth susceptible of placement, and to their families. The Wraparound programs are strengths-based, family-driven, flexible, and creative, with the goal of helping the family develop the skills and supports to prevent or reduce the possibility of out-of-home placement of their child. A family-based team addresses the needs of the entire family, not just the child of focus. This family-based team consists of family members, Seneca's Therapists, Support Counselors, Family Partners, Facilitators and other community members who have an important role in the family.
About Seneca Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. 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 resources.
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 practices.
Maintain a flexible work schedule.
Participate in providing emergency on-call response as scheduled.
Qualifications
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.
Bilingual in English/Spanish.
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.
Preferred
Experience working with children/youth and families with complex and enduring needs.
Experience implementing family-focused services.
Skills of an Ideal Candidate
Ability to work effectively with a diverse population and workforce.
Strong organizational, time management, and writing skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Two on-call shifts per month
Benefits
Starting at $26.22 - $28.72 per hour, commensurate with experience
Salary increases each year
Mileage reimbursement
Stipends provided to staff members participating in the emergency on-call shifts
5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, fertility coverage
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
50% paid premiums for dependents
403b Retirement Plan
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington
#J-18808-Ljbffr