Youth Development Specialist

5 days ago


Atascadero California, United States Seneca Family of Agencies Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Youth Counselor to join our team at Seneca Family of Agencies. As a Youth Counselor, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, family-centered mental health services to youth and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide counseling and case management services to enrolled youth and their families.
  • Support clients and families in connecting with 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 treatment reviews, program staff meetings, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings when necessary.
  • Complete mental health notes and other paperwork, and 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.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 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.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with children/youth (0-18 years old) and families with complex and enduring needs.
  • Experience implementing family-focused services.
Benefits
  • Starting at $26.01 per hour depending on experience.
  • Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • 5 weeks of PTO and 11 paid holidays.
  • Seneca is a certified employer.
  • 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.
  • Training stipend and professional development opportunities.
  • Opportunities to develop specialized skills, including clinical supervision and evidence-based practices.
  • Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington.


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