Behavioral Coach

Company: Seneca Center
Location: Petaluma
Posted on: June 1, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

A Behavioral Coach in the Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) program provides behaviorally focused, intensive mental health services to children who have been identified as at-risk for higher levels of care or are stepping down from higher levels of care. Behavioral Coaches work with the client and their families/support networks to provide them with tangible skills specifically tailored to their strengths and needs to address target behaviors. Services for children and families are family focused, strength based, and are provided in the community including, but not limited to, schools, hospitals, and family homes.

Seneca is always looking for ways to actively empower and uplift traditionally marginalized communities. We are honored to lead a nationwide effort, Todo Por Mi Familia, a campaign to find and connect families who sought asylum in the United States to mental health services. Seneca's agency-wide DEI Advisory Board, Employee Resource Groups, and Language Practice Groups help our employees provide culturally and linguistically relevant services to the families we serve.

Responsibilities

* Provide culturally sensitive and behaviorally focused mental health support services to clients and their families, which include the implementation and coaching of behavior management techniques for 3-6 months. * Participate in treatment reviews and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings when necessary. * Maintain caseload of 5-6 clients * Maintain accurate and timely documentation and paperwork (I.e. functional behavioral assessments, behavioral treatment plans, progress notes monthly reports, sustainability plans and other required paperwork). * Maintain close communication with all treatment team members. * Participate and attend all trainings, weekly supervisions, and monthly all-staff meetings

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree required. * Must be at least 21 years of age. * Ability to work with diverse populations of clients and be a part of a multidisciplinary team. * Experience in working with system-involved children and their families in a variety of mental health settings, a plus! * Clearance of TB test, fingerprinting, and any other State/Federal requirements. * Own vehicle, valid California Driver's License and insurance. * Ability and willingness to work independently in the office and in the community. * Strong written and verbal skills, including computer skills in Microsoft Office programs.

Schedule

* Full time, Monday - Friday * Flexible schedule required, with the ability to work some evening or weekend hours as needed

Benefits

* Starting at $20.25 per hour. * 10% salary increase upon passing Spanish language proficiency exam. * Annual performance evaluations provide the potential for a generous salary increase each year. * Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and chiropractic coverage, as well as partially paid premiums for dependents. * Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP). * 4 weeks of flexible paid time off and 11 paid holidays. * We provide a 403b retirement plan. * Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities.

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