Overview

The Counselor provides crisis support for youth enrolled in the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). Counselors will facilitate daily group sessions and individual supports in collaboration with the transdisciplinary team. Counselors will provide a safe and nurturing environment for youth enrolled in the program and will intervene as necessary to assist the youth in developing skills for growth and maintaining stabilization. Support counselors will participate in the daily clinical treatment planning with the transdisciplinary team and assist the PHP Clinician with case management duties as appropriate. 

ABOUT STEP

The STEP (Skills, Transitions, Exploration, and Progress) program is a partnership between Kaiser Permanente and Seneca, providing Partial Hospitalization services to youth ages 12-17. The goal of the STEP program is to provide intensive, short-term and stabilization services to enable our clients to step down to lower levels of outpatient mental health treatment. All groups are designed to teach youth the skills necessary to help them learn about their mental health, provide psychoeducation, and help them learn skills to feel better and be safe.

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

• Assist transdisciplinary team in creating a welcoming environment for the youth.
• Engage youth in daily groups focused on supporting youth in developing coping skills. 
• Participate in daily clinical treatment planning with transdisciplinary team. 
• Participate in holding on-call responsibilities, as needed. 
• Participate in weekly supervision with supervisor. 
• Maintain accurate documentation and paperwork including, but not limited to:
  • Mental health notes/daily progress notes 
  • Incident reports 
  • Time sheets
  • Petty cash
  • Mileage
• Provide transportation for youth and families, as needed. 
• Support other Seneca programs when client enrollment permits. 
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training. This may include intervening with the clients' behavioral program through physical management of the clients, if applicable. Training in additional crisis intervention modalities may be required. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social service-related field. 
• Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) a plus. 
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population and workforce. 
• Ability to work effectively as part of a transdisciplinary team. 
• 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 or an HR-approved medical/religious exemption. 

Schedule

• Full-time, 100% on-site
• Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Benefits

• Starting range is $22.66 - $25.16 per hour. Effective July 7, 2024 the starting range will be $23.34 - $25.84 per hour
• • Actual salary dependent of creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
  • Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam
  • Salary increases each year
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and 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
• 5 weeks of flexible paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Abundant professional development, scholarship, and promotional opportunities