Bilingual Visitation Counselor

Seneca Family of Agencies; San Jose (CA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

5 weeks Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Long-term disability & life insurance

403b retirement plan

Employer-paid EAP

Descrizione del lavoro

Seneca Family of Agencies in San Jose, CA seeks a Bilingual Visitation Counselor to support families toward reunification. You will supervise visits, document observations, and help build confidence and stronger connections for children and caregivers.

The role requires a bilingual Spanish speaker, flexible evenings/weekends, and a valid driver's license. A comprehensive benefits package and PTO are included to support staff and families within the agency.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree OR Associate degree plus 1 year of applicable work experience OR High school diploma/GED plus 2 years of applicable work experience.
• Bilingual Spanish; pass the language proficiency exam.
• Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• At least 21 years of age; valid driver's license and insurability.

Mansioni

• Supervise visits between children and parents, ensuring age-appropriate interaction and safety.
• Prepare reports, assessments, goals, and case planning based on visits.
• Keep Child Welfare Worker informed of progress and challenges.
• Collaborate with Child Welfare Worker to build enrichment programs for each visit.
• Transport children and families as requested by the Child Welfare Worker or Visitation Coordinator.
• Orient families to visitation center procedures prior to initial visits.

Conoscenze

Bilingual Spanish

Team player

Diversity awareness

Flexible schedule

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree + 1 year experience

High school diploma/GED + 2 years experience

Descrizione del lavoro

• Pay or shift range: $30.39 USD to $32.89 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Looking for a career where every interaction can make a lasting difference in a family's journey towards reunification? Join our Visitation team a our Bilingual Visitation Counselor today! As the Bilingual Visitation Counselor, you will support families on their journey towards reunification by ensuring visits are safe, positive, and meaningful. Through guidance, role modeling, and documentation you will help caregivers build confidence and strengthen connections with their children. Every interaction contributes to stronger families and better long-term outcomes.

About Seneca

Seneca has been nominated among the Bay 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. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusionto bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

• Supervise visits between children and parents by ensuring children have age-appropriate opportunities for interaction with their parents and by maintaining safety of all participants
• Prepare reports, assessments, goals, and case planning based on observations/interventions during the visit
• Keep Child Welfare Worker informed of progress and challenges
• Work with Child Welfare Worker to build enrichment programs/opportunities for each visit
• Transport children and families as requested by the Child Welfare Worker or Visitation Coordinator
• Assist in the orientation of families to the visitation center and the procedures for visits prior to the initial visitation
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation, this may include intervening with the clients' behavioral program through physical management of the clients
• Assist with special events/projects that enhance the operations of the visitation center

Qualifications

Required

• Education/experience requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree OR
  • Associate degree or equivalent + 1 year of applicable work experience OR
  • High school diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable work experience
  • Applicable experience can include paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families or working in the social services field
• Bilingual Spanish skill set, pass the language proficiency exam
• Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• At least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

Skills of an Ideal Candidate

• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to work with a diverse population

Schedule

• Full-time
  • Tuesday - Friday, 10:30AM - 7PM; Saturday 8:30AM - 5PM
• Starting at $30.39 - $32.89per hour
  • Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualification
  • Salary increases each year
• 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• 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 dependents

  • 403b retirement plan

  • Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan

• Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
• Promotional opportunities across the agency in California

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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