Seneca Family of Agencies

Hybrid Support Counselor - Solano Wraparound

Job Locations US-CA-Fairfield
Job ID
2024-8480
Category
Direct Care
Job Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

Are you a mental health professional that's passionate about providing holistic care. for youth and supporting their families? Join our dedicated Solano Wraparound team at Seneca!

 

We are seeking a dedicated Support Counselor to provide essential counseling and case management services with the Wraparound team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in connecting youth to community resources, delivering crisis intervention, and supporting their overall well-being. The Support Counselor provides services throughout Solano County for individuals aged 6 to 18 years old.

 

ABOUT SOLANO WRAPAROUND

The Solano Wraparound program supports Solano County children and adolescents in the Child Welfare, Probation, and Mental Health systems who are transitioning from or at risk of entering out-of-home care or juvenile hall. Aimed at keeping youth in family-like settings, the program serves clients aged 6-18. The team includes a Care Coordinator (guides the family team in developing treatment goals), a Therapist (provides tailored therapy sessions weekly), a Permanency Specialist (ensures the involvement of key supporters), and a Support Counselor (offers in-home support and coaching). Services are available at least 1-2 times a week, including evenings and weekends.

 

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 and strongly encourage people of color to apply. 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

  • 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
  • Participate in providing emergency on-call response as scheduled
  • Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training

Qualifications

REQUIRED

  • Experience/education requirements:
    • Bachelor’s degree OR
    • Associate’s degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable work experience OR
    • High school diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable work experience
    • Applicable experience includes any paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families, or working in the social services field
  • Flexible schedule with the ability to work some evening hours as needed
  • Be part of a rotating emergency pager system, scheduled with supervisor ahead of time
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy
  • TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements
  • Proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination or an HR-approved medical/religious exemption

PREFERRED

  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Experience working with children in out-of-home care
  • Ability to work as a team player, with diverse population and demonstrates cultural competency

SKILLS OF AN IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Skills in cultivating and maintaining relationships with community members, county partners, and mental health providers
  • Ability to complete documentation promptly and efficiently

Schedule

  • Full-time
    • Monday - Friday; 8:30am - 5:30pm
  • Hybrid; provide in-person services & complete documentation remotely

Benefits

  • Starting at $22.66 - $25.16 per hour, commensurate with experience
    • As of July 7th, this starting range will increase to $23.34 - $25.84 per hour
    • Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam
    • 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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