Classroom Support Counselor

Seneca; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid school break days

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Scholarships for MSW/SpEd credentials

Job summary

Seneca Family of Agencies is hiring a Classroom Support Counselor for Bridges Academy in Oakland, CA. You will provide healing-centered individual and family therapy, case-management, and mental health assessments to students from elementary to high school.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with caregivers, teachers, and counselors to celebrate student success and support learning. The role runs Monday–Friday with travel across Alameda County, starting at $27.01 per hour

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with relevant youth mental health experience.
• Own vehicle, valid CA driver's license, and insurance required.
• Able to transport students to/from home and community outings; 21+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and specialists to deliver integrated support.
• Build therapeutic relationships to help students achieve goals.
• Assist with academic instruction and accommodations per IEPs.
• Deliver behavioral intervention and maintain a safe classroom.
• Communicate with families and other Seneca programs; document services.

Skills

Transportation required

Driver's license

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree and one year of relevant experience

High school diploma and two years of relevant experience

Job description

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8945 Golf Links Rd
Oakland, CA 94605, USA

• Pay or shift range: $27.01 USD to $29.51 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

Are you passionate about supporting students and creating transformative experiences with youth in a 1 on 1 capacity?

ABOUT THE ROLE

Seneca’s Non Public Schools Programs is hiring for a Classroom Support Counselor to guide elementary to high school students to success at Bridges Academy in Oakland, CA. Classroom Support Counselor are integrated into the community where you will provide healing-centered individual and family therapy, case-management services and conduct mental health assessments. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with caregivers, teachers, and counselors to ensure and celebrate the success of youth and families.

ABOUT BRIDGES
Bridges Services is looking for a Mental Health Counselor who will work on a multi-disciplinary team to provide behaviorally focused mental health services to children and families receiving Special Education support through their local school district. As a Mental Health Counselor, you will provide mental health counseling, coaching, crisis intervention, and academic support services to children and families. Mental Health Counselors at Bridges are members of a treatment team, and provide 1:1, individualized services to students who need additional support to reach academic goals. Services may be provided, in the classroom, a quiet individual workspace, or community as appropriate for the student. When not assigned a 1:1 student, Bridges Mental Health Counselors will work as Counselors at other Seneca NPS sites. You’ll also have access toembedded MSW and Education Specialist credential programs under substantial Seneca scholarship!

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca Family of Agencieshas been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for nearly a decade. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of outstanding mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff, and our programs actively engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other specialists to deliver integrated support
• Build therapeutic relationships that help students engage and achieve personalized goals
• Support academic instruction by assisting with individual and group activities as directed
• Implement classroom modifications and accommodations based on student’s individualized education plans (IEP) and other plans
• Deliver direct behavioral intervention that reduces behaviors impeding school success and promotes positive behaviors for learning and community participation
• Maintain a safe environment by supervising students effectively at all times
• Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training
• This may include intervening with the students’ behavioral program through physical management of the student
• Foster a positive school culture by participating in activities that celebrate success and promote joy, including small groups, classroom, and school-wide events
• Communicate effectively with families and all others involved in the daily life of the student, including other Seneca programs or outside agencies
• Complete required data collection and service documentation to measure the effectiveness of services, inform team decision making, and/or engage in service billing

Qualifications

• Education/Experience requirements:
• Bachelor's degree OR
• Associate degree and one year of relevant experience OR
• High school diploma and two years of relevant experience
• Applicable experience is defined as working with youth in a mental health or classroom-facing capacity
• Own vehicle required, Valid California driver's license and insurability with Seneca's automobile policy
• Ability to transport students to/from home and community outings required
• At least 21 years of age
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

Schedule

• School based schedule:
• Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM
• Travel throughout Alameda County is required
• 5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break days
• Starting at $27.01-$29.51 per hour
• Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications
• Salary increases each year
• Additional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
• Comprehensive employee benefits package:
• Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
• Short and long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
• Partially paid premiums for dependents
• Employer-Paid Assistance Plan
• 5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break days
• Abundant promotional opportunities across California and Washington
• Specialized training and development opportunities along with up to $2500 in scholarships and partially paid MSW, MFT and SpEd credential

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