Bilingual Behavioral Coach

Posted on Sep 21, 2024 by Seneca Family of Agencies
Petaluma, CA
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

Are you a mental health advocate who enjoys working with youth and families in preventative care? Join our Sonoma Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) team at Seneca today! 

As the Bilingual Behavioral Coach on the team, you will work with youth and their families within the community for a duration of 3 - 6 months and with an average caseload of 7-9 clients. You will be responsible for providing behavioral-based interventions to support youth in identifying effective replacement coping strategies. The Bilingual Behavioral Coach also collaborates with a clinician or case manager to identify urgent behavioral needs and develop treatment plans to strengthen positive coping skills and reduce target behaviors. 

ABOUT TBS

Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) is a specialized program that supports clients with reducing maladaptive behaviors that may be happening at school, home or in the community that may be negatively impacting their ability to be successful. Clients may be transitioning from group home care or are at-risk of hospitalization or out of home placement. TBS is considered an intensive service that focuses on transferring skills to caregivers for long-term success. Services are provided in the community including, but not limited to, schools, hospitals, and family homes. The program involves one-on-one therapeutic behavioral coaching to help clients, and their caregivers develop effective behavior management skills such as healthy communication and self-soothing skills.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the  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 on  to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities:

Provide culturally responsive behavioral coaching and case management services for enrolled clients and their families approximately 1-3 times weekly

Support client and family to connect to 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 provider meetings, child and family team meetings, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings when necessary

Complete functional behavioral analysis, behavioral assessments, and treatment plans

Complete mental health notes and other paperwork, and complete 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

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

Qualifications:

REQUIRED:

Experience/education requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Counseling/Psychology

OR Associate’s degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable work experience

OR High school diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable work experience

Applicable experience includes any paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families, or working in the social services field

Bilingual in Spanish required

Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including evenings and weekends

Own vehicle, valid California driver's license, and insurability with Seneca's automobile policy

Must be at least 21 years of age

Clearance of TB test, fingerprints and any other mandatory state/federal requirements

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

PREFERRED:

Experience in working with system-involved children and their families

Strong critical-thinking and computer skills

Experience implementing family-focused services

SKILLS OF AN IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and with a diverse population 

Strong organizational, time management, and writing skills

Schedule:

Full-time:Mon - Fri; 9AM - 5:30PM

Benefits:

Starting at $25.34 - $27.84 per hour

Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualification

Mileage reimbursement

Salary increases each year

Comprehensive benefits package:Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture 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

Seneca is a  certified employer

Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington



Reference: 202125236

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Bilingual Behavioral Coach

Posted on Sep 21, 2024 by Seneca Family of Agencies

Petaluma, CA
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

Are you a mental health advocate who enjoys working with youth and families in preventative care? Join our Sonoma Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) team at Seneca today! 

As the Bilingual Behavioral Coach on the team, you will work with youth and their families within the community for a duration of 3 - 6 months and with an average caseload of 7-9 clients. You will be responsible for providing behavioral-based interventions to support youth in identifying effective replacement coping strategies. The Bilingual Behavioral Coach also collaborates with a clinician or case manager to identify urgent behavioral needs and develop treatment plans to strengthen positive coping skills and reduce target behaviors. 

ABOUT TBS

Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) is a specialized program that supports clients with reducing maladaptive behaviors that may be happening at school, home or in the community that may be negatively impacting their ability to be successful. Clients may be transitioning from group home care or are at-risk of hospitalization or out of home placement. TBS is considered an intensive service that focuses on transferring skills to caregivers for long-term success. Services are provided in the community including, but not limited to, schools, hospitals, and family homes. The program involves one-on-one therapeutic behavioral coaching to help clients, and their caregivers develop effective behavior management skills such as healthy communication and self-soothing skills.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the  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 on  to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities:

Provide culturally responsive behavioral coaching and case management services for enrolled clients and their families approximately 1-3 times weekly

Support client and family to connect to 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 provider meetings, child and family team meetings, and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings when necessary

Complete functional behavioral analysis, behavioral assessments, and treatment plans

Complete mental health notes and other paperwork, and complete 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

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

Qualifications:

REQUIRED:

Experience/education requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Counseling/Psychology

OR Associate’s degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable work experience

OR High school diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable work experience

Applicable experience includes any paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families, or working in the social services field

Bilingual in Spanish required

Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including evenings and weekends

Own vehicle, valid California driver's license, and insurability with Seneca's automobile policy

Must be at least 21 years of age

Clearance of TB test, fingerprints and any other mandatory state/federal requirements

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

PREFERRED:

Experience in working with system-involved children and their families

Strong critical-thinking and computer skills

Experience implementing family-focused services

SKILLS OF AN IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and with a diverse population 

Strong organizational, time management, and writing skills

Schedule:

Full-time:Mon - Fri; 9AM - 5:30PM

Benefits:

Starting at $25.34 - $27.84 per hour

Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualification

Mileage reimbursement

Salary increases each year

Comprehensive benefits package:Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture 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

Seneca is a  certified employer

Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington


Reference: 202125236

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