Bilingual School-Based Therapist
Do you have a passion for supporting the mental health needs of diverse youth? So do we, and we’re hiring a Bilingual School-Based Therapist to join one of our close-knit school teams.
We’re looking for a Bilingual Classroom Therapist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional needs by providing school-based therapy, case management, and consultation services at one of Seneca’s partner schools, Rosemary Elementary. As a Classroom Therapist, you’ll provide outstanding school-based therapeutic and case-management services, including conducting mental health assessments and implementing individual behavioral plans. This is a great opportunity to collaborate with teachers, counselors, and school leadership to ensure the success of youth and families in a district school setting
If the Bilingual School-Based Therapist position aligns with your passion and experience, consider joining our growing, caring, and ever-learning team with a $2000 sign-on bonus by applying before our application deadline on October 9 at 11:59 PM PST.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Rosemary Elementary is a public school in the Cambell Union School District near San Jose. Seneca’s Unconditional Education South Bay program partners with Rosemary Elementary to implement services that identify and intervene on behalf of the most vulnerable children. You can learn more about Seneca’s School Partnership Programs and Unconditional Education Model here.
ABOUT SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES
Seneca Family of Agencies is dedicated to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We’re also 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
- Collaborate effectively with a trans-disciplinary team to implement academic, behavioral, and therapeutic services for students in need of intervention.
- Implement research-based interventions aligned with the three tiers of the MTSS pyramid, including individual, group, and family therapy as well as case management for identified students.
- Provide coaching and professional development to support school staff in experiencing success with all students.
- Engage caregivers in the educational process, providing frequent opportunities to discuss student growth and needs.
- Consult school staff on safety assessments, mental health crises, and accessing social service.
- Document interventions and provide necessary reports on student progress.
- Participate in regular supervision to enhance practice.
Qualifications
REQUIRED
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Family & Marriage Therapy, Counseling, or a related field
- Eligible to register with the California BBS
- Bilingual Spanish-English proficiency
- TB test clearance, fingerprints, and any other mandatory State/Federal licensing or certification requirements
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster
PREFERRED
- Experience working with youth in mental health or education settings
Schedule
- Full-time, in-person
- School-based schedule
- 5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and additional PTO during school breaks
Benefits
- Starting at $63,400-$77,400 per year, with actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
- A $2000 salary increase upon completion of BBS hours and an additional $2000 salary increase upon licensure
- An additional $6000 per year upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
- $2000 sign-on bonus!
- Salary increases each year
- Comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
- Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
- 50% paid premiums for dependants
- 403b retirement plan
- Employer-Paid Assistance Plan
- 5 weeks of flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and additional PTO during school breaks!
- Seneca supports clinicians toward 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 training or licensure fees mitigated through a clinical training stipend