East Bay Agency for Children
Mental Health Clinician
East Bay Agency for Children, Newark, California, United States, 94560
East Bay Agency for Children – Mental Health Clinician
Pay Range:
$70,000 – $77,650 per year
Locations:
Hayward, San Leandro, Oakland, Newark/Fremont
Organizational Overview East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) was established in 1952 to provide educational and recreational opportunities for children with special needs. Today, EBAC serves over 4,500 children, youth, and families each year throughout Alameda County. EBAC’s mission is to improve the well‑being of children, youth, and families by reducing the impact of trauma and social inequities and by creating supportive communities that enable all children and families to reach their full potential.
Job Description Our Mental Health Clinicians provide trauma‑informed, culturally responsive counseling services to youth and families in school, home, and community settings. Clinicians collaborate with EBAC staff, caregivers, school leaders, and community partners to support resiliency and recovery for Alameda County residents.
Qualifications and Competency Factors
Master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
License-eligible or licensed in California (BBS or Board of Psychology). Candidates in registration process are considered.
Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Experience providing therapeutic services to children and families.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
Commitment to trauma‑informed, culturally responsive care.
Proficiency with a web‑based system for quality record review.
Bilingual fluency (English/Spanish) desired but not required.
Sign‑On Bonus eligible for bilingual Spanish candidates.
Competency Factor Highlights
Relational Skills:
Ability to engage in meaningful relationships with staff, partners, and families.
Communication Skills:
Exceptional oral and written communication and information synthesis.
Organizational Skills:
Multi‑tasking, flexibility, and efficient use of web system.
Values Alignment:
Commitment to EBAC’s mission, vision, and values.
Content Expertise:
Experience with county mental health and school systems; culturally responsive, trauma‑informed care.
Responsibilities
Provide trauma‑informed, culturally responsive individual, family, group therapy, case management, rehabilitation, and collateral services.
Support youth in school setting to thrive despite impacts of trauma.
Work with families and youth in community or home setting as needed.
Conduct risk assessments and crisis consultation.
Maintain high‑quality clinical documentation meeting county and agency best practices.
Meet service delivery and documentation deadlines.
Actively participate in clinical supervision, training, and learning opportunities.
Collaborate with families, schools, community partners, peers, and program leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions and Job Setting
Office setting with travel between sites for meetings.
Ability to drive with appropriate driver’s license and insurance or access to a car.
Periodic lifting up to 25 pounds.
Benefits Information
Paid time off package: up to 15 paid holidays a year, generous vacation accruals for eligible employees.
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; full‑time employee coverage free of charge for certain medical and dental coverages.
Multiple options of mental health care supports and services.
Chiropractic and acupuncture benefits included in medical plans.
Basic term life/AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance and AD&D for employee, spouse, and children if elected.
Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage for employee, spouse, and children if elected.
Tax‑deferred FSA for health care and/or child care; commuter benefits for transit and/or parking expenses.
403b retirement program with up to 4% employer dollar‑to‑dollar match after 1 year of employment.
Prepaid legal consultation and identity theft protection insurance.
Pet insurance to care for four‑legged family member(s).
ScholarShare 529 savings plan for higher education expenses for beneficiary including employee, child, or another family member.
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$70,000 – $77,650 per year
Locations:
Hayward, San Leandro, Oakland, Newark/Fremont
Organizational Overview East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) was established in 1952 to provide educational and recreational opportunities for children with special needs. Today, EBAC serves over 4,500 children, youth, and families each year throughout Alameda County. EBAC’s mission is to improve the well‑being of children, youth, and families by reducing the impact of trauma and social inequities and by creating supportive communities that enable all children and families to reach their full potential.
Job Description Our Mental Health Clinicians provide trauma‑informed, culturally responsive counseling services to youth and families in school, home, and community settings. Clinicians collaborate with EBAC staff, caregivers, school leaders, and community partners to support resiliency and recovery for Alameda County residents.
Qualifications and Competency Factors
Master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
License-eligible or licensed in California (BBS or Board of Psychology). Candidates in registration process are considered.
Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Experience providing therapeutic services to children and families.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
Commitment to trauma‑informed, culturally responsive care.
Proficiency with a web‑based system for quality record review.
Bilingual fluency (English/Spanish) desired but not required.
Sign‑On Bonus eligible for bilingual Spanish candidates.
Competency Factor Highlights
Relational Skills:
Ability to engage in meaningful relationships with staff, partners, and families.
Communication Skills:
Exceptional oral and written communication and information synthesis.
Organizational Skills:
Multi‑tasking, flexibility, and efficient use of web system.
Values Alignment:
Commitment to EBAC’s mission, vision, and values.
Content Expertise:
Experience with county mental health and school systems; culturally responsive, trauma‑informed care.
Responsibilities
Provide trauma‑informed, culturally responsive individual, family, group therapy, case management, rehabilitation, and collateral services.
Support youth in school setting to thrive despite impacts of trauma.
Work with families and youth in community or home setting as needed.
Conduct risk assessments and crisis consultation.
Maintain high‑quality clinical documentation meeting county and agency best practices.
Meet service delivery and documentation deadlines.
Actively participate in clinical supervision, training, and learning opportunities.
Collaborate with families, schools, community partners, peers, and program leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions and Job Setting
Office setting with travel between sites for meetings.
Ability to drive with appropriate driver’s license and insurance or access to a car.
Periodic lifting up to 25 pounds.
Benefits Information
Paid time off package: up to 15 paid holidays a year, generous vacation accruals for eligible employees.
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; full‑time employee coverage free of charge for certain medical and dental coverages.
Multiple options of mental health care supports and services.
Chiropractic and acupuncture benefits included in medical plans.
Basic term life/AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance and AD&D for employee, spouse, and children if elected.
Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage for employee, spouse, and children if elected.
Tax‑deferred FSA for health care and/or child care; commuter benefits for transit and/or parking expenses.
403b retirement program with up to 4% employer dollar‑to‑dollar match after 1 year of employment.
Prepaid legal consultation and identity theft protection insurance.
Pet insurance to care for four‑legged family member(s).
ScholarShare 529 savings plan for higher education expenses for beneficiary including employee, child, or another family member.
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