Youth Counselor

Seneca Center • Concord, CA

379d • $23 - $25

About The Position

As the Youth Counselor, you will provide family-centered mental health counseling, support, crisis intervention, and case management services for children and their families. Youth 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. The Short-term Assessment of Resources and Treatment (START) is a 6-9 month program that supports youth and children (ages 4-19) facing significant psychological and behavioral challenges. Referrals come through the Full-Service Partnership of the Behavioral Health Services Department of Contra Costa County. START emphasizes crisis stabilization and linking clients to long-term services. Services will be provided almost exclusively in the community and the client's home environment in Contra Costa County.

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.
• Own a vehicle. Valid California driver's license.
• Clearance of TB test, fingerprints, and any other mandatory State/Federal licensing or certification requirements.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster required.
• At least 21 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish/English.
• Experience working with children/youth and families with complex and enduring needs.
• Experience implementing family-focused services.

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.
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training.

Benefits

• Starting at $23.34 - $25.84 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree