Contribute to the structure and stability of the classroom by helping students stay on task and focused within the classroom. Use behavioral and clinical techniques to support the mental health needs of our clients; this can include working with students on skills such as anger management, coping with frustration, and interacting positively with peers. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of Special Education Teachers, School Therapists, and School Leadership to promote a school environment... more details
School-Based Wraparound Support Counselor
Job LocationsUS-CA-Oakland | US-CA-San Leandro
Job ID
2024-8167
Category
Direct Care
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Overview
Are you a skilled and compassionate counselor who is passionate about helping students achieve academic and personal success? Join our team at Seneca's Non-Public Schools as a Classroom Counselor and make a positive impact on the lives of students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Apply now to help us provide comprehensive mental health services that promote academic growth and social-emotional well-being.
Bridges Services is looking for a Classroom Counselor in Seneca's Non-Public Schools, who will work on a multi-disciplinary team to provide behaviorally focused mental health services to children and families receiving Special Education support through their local school district. As a Classroom Counselor, you will provide mental health counseling, coaching, crisis intervention, and academic support services to children and families. Classroom Counselors at Bridges are members of a treatment team, and provide 1:1, individualized services to students who need additional support to reach academic goals. Services may be provided, in the classroom, a quiet individual workspace, or community as appropriate for the student. When not assigned a 1:1 student, Bridges Classroom Counselors will work as Counselors at other Seneca NPS sites. You’ll also have access to embedded MSW and Education Specialist credential programs under substantial Seneca scholarship!
Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among theBay 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 and strongly encourage people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and training onDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities
Contribute to the structure and stability of the classroom by helping students stay on task and focused within the classroom.
Use behavioral and clinical techniques to support the mental health needs of our clients; this can include working with students on skills such as anger management, coping with frustration, and interacting positively with peers.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of Special Education Teachers, School Therapists, and School Leadership to promote a school environment where students' therapeutic, community, and academic needs are met.
Provide direct behavioral health services to youth, guided by the Bridges team
Transport clients to/from school, home and in the community
Provide culturally-specific services for clients and families, using conceptual frameworks that take into account a client and family’s cultural location (race, ethnicity, nationality, class, education, gender, sexual orientation, etc.)
Complete necessary documentation in a timely manner
Participate in weekly individual and group supervision as required
Provide crisis intervention for students when necessary, using de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts; this may include physical management of clients and implementation of Seneca's Equilibrium Training
Qualifications
Education/Experience requirements:
Bachelor's degree OR
Associate degree and one year of relevant experience OR
High school diploma and two years of relevant experience
Valid California Driver's License and ability to transport Seneca clients
Experience working with youth in a mental health or classroom-facing setting
Must be at least 21 years of age
Clearance of TB test, fingerprints, and any other mandatory State/Federal licensing or certification requirements
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
Schedule
School based schedule:
Monday to Friday: 8 AM- 4:30 PM
5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and additional paid school break days
Benefits
Now hiring for the upcoming academic year!
Starting at $24.72 -$27.22 per hour
As of July 7th, this starting range will increase to $25.46 -$27.96 per hour
Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
Additional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
Salary increases each year
Comprehensive employee benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
Family leave, long-term disability, and life insurance
50% paid premiums for dependents
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
403b retirement plan
5 weeks of flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexibility for professional development during school breaks
Expert training and scholarship opportunities, including embedded Special Education, MFT, and MSW graduate degrees
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