Therapist - Community Based - Seneca Family of Agencies

Now offering a $2000 sign-on bonus!

The Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) Therapist coordinates services and planning for children who are referred through social service, probation or mental health departments and are in the process of stepping down from institutional into family or family-like settings. Services will be provided almost exclusively in the community in families’ homes, group homes, foster homes, schools, etc. The primary role is to ensure that all parties are working together toward stability for the child and family. Clinicians engage clients in meaningful and authentic relationships while providing a safe, predictable, and positive environment that aligns with our clients’ values and cultures.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

A multi-disciplinary team supporting children who are at risk for psychiatric hospitalization or residential treatment.Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) provides children and families with services that promote stability and improved success at home and in the community. TBS is a short term (8 to 10 month) behaviorally focused intervention.  We believe a key factor in sustaining behavioral change is including families and caregivers in every aspect of treatment. Services are based in community locations (home, school) in order to truly meet the youth and family where they are. TBS supports youth up until the age of 20, and typically serves youth who are 10 to 15 years old. Working at TBS provides the opportunity to work independently and learn from a seasoned team who are creative, joyful, and eager to support each other as well as the clients and families we serve.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and trainings on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in order to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

• Promptly meet with clients and caregivers on a regular basis to further treatment goals utilizing culturally informed and best practice modalities.
• Requires daily driving, including potentially transporting clients and families for meetings. Comfortable driving and open to working with youth of all ages.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams for the purpose of care planning and support.
• Collaborate with agency staff, caregivers, other professionals and interested parties to formulate and implement individual client care plans, behavioral programs, and interventions.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community members and providers, as needed.
• Complete assessment and evaluation process of clients in order to develop and implement the care plan.
• Provide assistance in case planning and consultation to team members on clinical issues, as well as casework issues, as appropriate.
• Chart mental health notes, care plans, outcome measures, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain availability for crisis intervention services, such as on-call rotation, if applicable.
• Participate in individual and/or group supervision.
• Attend all required trainings.
• Comply with all child abuse reporting and Medicaid/Medi-Cal requirements in accordance with standards set by Seneca.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and business operations information.
• Commit to and engage in self-evaluation as well as organizational goals, strategies, and systemic
  practices regarding diversity, equity and inclusion.

Required:

• Master’s degree in social work/psychology/counseling
• Registered or elligible to register with CA BBS. 
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• At least 21 years of age.
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
• Own vehicle. Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.
• Proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination

Preferred:

• Experience working with children in out-of-home care
• Good organizational and writing skills.

• Full-time
  • Mon - Fri; 9AM - 5PM
• Flexible schedule with ability to work some evenings, scheduled ahead of time
  • Ability to work from home or community as needed

• Starting at $71,080 - $85,080 per year, actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualification 
• Additional $4000 salary increase for BBS licensure
• An additional compensation upon passing the bilingual language proficiency exam
• $2000 sign-on bonus!
• Mileage reimbursement
• Salary increases each year
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture coverage, and fertility coverage
  • 50% paid premiums for dependents
  • Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
• 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
• Seneca supports clinicians towards licensure and beyond:
  • We provide individual and group supervision, regular clinical case conferences, and licensure and renewal courses led by field experts
  • Expenses such as outside trainings or licensure fees can be mitigated through your clinical training stipend
  • Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington

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