The Resource Family Program Clinical Social Worker coordinates services and planning for children who are referred through social service, probation or mental health departments who need support in stabilizing while working towards a permanent living situation. Services will be provided almost exclusively in the community in families' homes,  foster homes, schools, etc. The primary role is to ensure that all parties are working together toward stability for the child and family. The Clinical Social Worker will support the caregiver in many capacities including providing psycho-education and coaching, foster care compliance and managing sustainability. Clinicians will also provide direct services to clients by engaging them in meaningful and authentic relationships while providing a safe, predictable, and positive environment that aligns with our clients' values and cultures.

About Seneca's Resource Family Program & SLO Emergency Foster Care

Seneca's Resource Family Program believes every child deserves a family. Families are recruited and trained to provide stability and safety for children unable to stay with their birth families, including those with behavioral, emotional, developmental, or medical challenges. The program offers nurturing, trauma-informed care and partners with the county to match approved families with children needing homes, providing ongoing support and resources. Seneca serves youth across various care levels, including traditional foster care and a unique Emergency Foster Care program for San Luis Obispo County children in urgent need of placement for up to 60 days, while identifying longer-term solutions and providing brief therapeutic interventions.

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.

• Promptly meet with clients and caregivers on a regular basis to further treatment goals utilizing culturally informed and best practice modalities.
• 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.
• Travel to family homes within San Luis Obispo County, primarily Paso Robles and Atascadero, with occasional travel outside of county to support youth and family needs.
• Maintain availability for crisis intervention services, such as on-call rotation.
• Comply with all child abuse reporting and Medicaid/Medi-Cal requirements in accordance with standards set by Seneca.
• Commit to and engage in self-evaluation as well as organizational goals, strategies, and systemic practices regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Master's degree in social work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related in field of social services to meet CCL requirements for "FFA Social Worker."
• Registered as an Associate or Licensed Provider with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.s
• Experience working with children in out-of-home care preferred.
• Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Good organizational and writing skills.
• 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.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

• Full-time, Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Some evening and weekend flexibility required

• Starting at $75,000 - $89,000 per year.
• • Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role.
  • Additional $4000 salary increase for BBS licensure.
  • Additional salary increase upon passing of a bilingual proficiency exam.
  • $2,000 sign-on bonus for new employees.
• 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and fertility coverage.
  • 50% paid premiums for dependents.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance.
  • Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan.
  • 403b Retirement Plan.
• Training stipend and professional development opportunities.
• Excellent clinical training, individual and group supervision, and assistance toward licensure.
• Opportunities to develop specialized skills, including clinical supervision and evidence-based practices.
• Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington.

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