Crisis Counselor
About the Program
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 offer intensive, short-term stabilization services to enable clients to step down to lower levels of outpatient mental health treatment. All groups are designed to teach youth skills 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, a psychiatrist, and a program supervisor.
Seneca has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for nearly a decade. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. Our programs actively engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities
- Assist the transdisciplinary team in creating a welcoming environment for youth
- Engage youth in daily groups focused on developing coping skills
- Participate in daily clinical treatment planning with the transdisciplinary team
- Participate in holding on-call responsibilities, as needed
- Participate in weekly supervision with supervisor
- Maintain accurate documentation and paperwork, including mental health notes, progress notes, incident reports, time sheets, and mileage reimbursement
- 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 a 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
Pay
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.
Benefits
- 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-the-job travel
- 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