Youth Clinician

Overview

The Crisis Social Worker provides direct services to clients and families in crisis. These services include assessment of level of care needs, psychosocial evaluations, family-based mental health counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with natural support and community partners. The Clinician works as part of a multidisciplinary comprised of nurses, psychiatrists, and counselors and provide services on site.

Monterey COMPASS Programs

COMPASS (Comprehensive Assessment and Stabilization Services) is a short-term residential program, with an anticipated length of stay of up to 10 days. COMPASS serving youth ages 8-17, will provide intensive, individualized assessment and diagnostic treatment services to support youth in crisis when there are concerns for immediate safety. COMPASS is an intentionally small program, serving just 4 youth at a time. We provide youth with an immersive therapy experience with both individual and family sessions, daily groups to develop coping strategies. Youth meet with our mental health counselors for therapeutic groups throughout the day in which we focus on development of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy coping skills and wellness education. Youth also meet with our psychiatrist or health services team for assessment and medication management. We work collaboratively to ensure youth return to the community with the necessary skills to avoid future crises and maintain stabilization. This unique program is changing how mental health services are offered to children and adolescents in Monterey County.

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. 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

• Serve as the clinical lead and work with the treatment team to provide crisis intervention and other mental health services as needed.
• Provide counseling, therapy, and case management services to ensure the successful transition of clients and their families to other community-based resources.
• Participate in all treatment reviews, program staff meetings, and additional meetings when necessary.
• Coordinate with necessary collateral contacts, including caregivers and family members as needed.
• Work with treatment team to determine course of action for follow-up services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community members and providers.
• Participate in on-call system as needed.
• Complete progress notes and other paperwork, and complete service tracking documentation as indicated.
• Participate in weekly supervision with the program supervisor or designee.
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and provide on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, or social work
  • Eligible to register with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
• Strong communication skills and flexibility.
• Experience working with children and families preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• 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 up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination.

Schedule

• Full-time
• Day + Overnight Shifts available

Benefits

• Starting at $79,000 - $93,000 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.
  • $5,000 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.