Work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team with teachers, counselors, other specialists/educational staff, and program leadership. Provide interventions including therapy (individual, group, family) and case management for identified students based on school-based referrals, individualized clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning. Engage caregivers in the treatment process, providing frequent opportunities to discuss student growth and needs. Provide crisis intervention... more details
School Therapist
Job LocationsUS-CA-Oakland
Job ID
2024-8501
Category
Clinical (Master's level with valid professional license)
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Overview
Are you a skilled and dedicated therapist looking for a meaningful role in education? Join our team at Seneca Family of Agencies as a School Therapist and make a difference in the lives of students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Apply now for a $2000 sign on bonus to help us provide comprehensive mental health services that support academic success and social-emotional well-being.
Seneca is looking for a School-Based Therapist to support a caseload of students and families with therapy, case management, and consultation services for grades K-5 at Bridges Academy in Oakland Unified School District. As a School-Based Therapist, you’ll provide outstanding therapeutic and case-management services, including conducting mental health assessments and implementing individual behavioral plans. You’ll also have the opportunity to collaborate with teachers, counselors, and school leadership to ensure the success of youth and families in a district school setting.
Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplacesfor 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 are deeply engaged in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities
Work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team with teachers, counselors, other specialists/educational staff, and program leadership
Provide interventions including therapy (individual, group, family) and case management for identified students based on school-based referrals, individualized clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning
Engage caregivers in the treatment process, providing frequent opportunities to discuss student growth and needs
Provide crisis intervention, including risk screening, assessment, triage, and service linkage
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
Provide consultation to other school staff on safety assessments, mental health crises, accessing social service, and in utilizing healing centered techniques to experience success with all students
Contribute to a strong school culture by participating in or leading small group, classroom or school-wide activities for students that celebrate success and promote joy
Communicate effectively with families and all others involved in the daily life of the student, including other Seneca programs or outside agencies
Complete required data collection and service documentation for plan development and to measure the effectiveness of services, inform team decision making, and/or engage in service billing
Qualifications
Master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, professional clinical counseling, or psychology
Registered or eligible to register with the California BBS
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