Crisis Counselor

As the Crisis Counselor, you will provide crisis support for youth enrolled in the Day Treatment Intensive program (DTI). 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. Counselors will participate in the daily clinical treatment planning with the transdisciplinary team and assist the DTI Clinician with case management duties as appropriate. 

ABOUT STEP PROGRAMS

The STEP (Skills, Transitions, Exploration, and Progress) program provides Day Treatment Intensive (DTI) services to youth ages 12-17. The goal of the STEP program is to provide intensive, short-term 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. STEP consists of a multidisciplinary team of counselors, clinicians, a nurse, psychiatrist, and program supervisor.

ABOUT SENECA 

Seneca has been nominated among theBay Area’s Top Workplacesfor nearly a decade. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff, and our programs actively engage in conversations and training onDiversity, Equity, and Inclusionto promote equity and justice for 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, progress notes, incident reports, time sheets, and mileage reimbursement as needed
• Provide transportation for youth and families, as needed
• Support other Seneca or STEP programs when needed
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social service-related field
  • Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist (MHRS) certification a plus
• At least 21 years of age
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements
• Own vehicle and valid driver's license required

Schedule

• Full-time; On-site at STEP facility
  • Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm

Benefits

• Starting at $24.94 - $27.44 per hour
  • Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications
  • Salary increases each year 
  • Additional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, 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
• Mileage reimbursements for on job travel
• Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
• Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and access to Seneca's training department 
• Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington