Assessment and Stabilization Therapist

Company: Seneca Family of Agencies
Location: Petaluma
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Overview: COMPASS Petaluma is designed to provide treatment to youth involved in the child welfare system, provide a safe and supportive environment in our ISFC neighborhood and successfully transition them to an alternative placement with connection to natural supports. A Therapist in the Comprehensive Assessment and Stabilization Program (COMPASS) guides clinical treatment and provides therapy for our clients in the neighborhood. Therapists will conduct assessments and write treatment plans, provide clinical guidance to the Professional Parents, participate in weekly meetings, connect to client natural supports, create sustainable transition plans and support case consultations.Seneca supports clinicians towards licensure and beyond. We provide individual and group supervision, regular clinical case conferences, and licensure and renewal courses led by field experts. Expenses such as outside trainings or licensure fees can be mitigated though your clinical training stipend, and you will receive a $4000 salary increase upon getting licensed. Looking to expand your clinical skills even more? Seneca's Professional Development Scholarship awards employees with tuition reimbursement of up to $2500 each year for certifications in areas such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, or Spanish for mental health practitioners. Training and promotional opportunities in the agency are abundant, and Seneca is committed to helping you advance in your career!Seneca's comprehensive employee benefits package ensures that you are just as supported outside of work. We provide 75% of your medical premium, and full coverage for dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, long term disability, and life insurance. We also cover 50% of premiums for dependents. Seneca offers a 403b Retirement Plan, and our fully-paid Employee Assistance Program provides mental health support as well as work and life services. You will accrue 5 weeks of paid time off every year.Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. Seneca's agency-wide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Board, Employee Resource Groups, and Language Practice Groups help our employees provide culturally and linguistically relevant services to the families we serve. Our bilingual Spanish/English employees receive an additional 10% salary increase upon passing a language proficiency exam.Responsibilities: * Complete Comprehensive Assessments for all youth to determine treatment needs* Complete Treatment Plans for each youth and help guide the team in creating interventions that support treatment plan goals* Complete in a timely manner all necessary documentation related to CCL regulations and Treatment Components* Set clinical conceptualization and narrative about youth in program for the treatment team and collaborative partners* Assist Professional Parents, Biological Parents, Natural supports and Mental Health Counselors with developing greater understanding of clinical issues, treatment needs, and progress in services including how to provide a disconfirming stance * Provide Crisis Support as necessary * Attend all program staff meetings, treatment consultations and client specific meetings as appropriate* Maintain required documents and utilize document tracking to meet deadlines* Conduct individual, family and group therapy, as neededQualifications: * Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field* Current and valid registration with the California BBS* Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team* Good organizational and writing skills* Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings and weekends* Valid California driver's license, clean record, and insurability with Seneca's automobile policy* Clearance of TB test, fingerprints and any other mandatory state/federal requirementsSchedule: * Full-timeBenefits: * Increased compensation package with an additional salary increase for bilingual (English/Spanish) abilities* Annual performance evaluations provide the potential for a generous salary increase each year* Relocation assistance may be available* Comprehensive employee benefits package, including 75% paid premiums for medical and fully covered dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, long term disability, and life insurance, as well as 50% paid premiums for dependents* Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan* 403b Retirement Plan* 5 weeks of flexible paid time off* Excellent clinical training, individual and group supervision, and assistance toward licensure* 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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