Client Support Services Counselor

Childnet Youth and Family Service; Lake Elsinore (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403b retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

ChildNet Youth and Family Services seeks a Client Support Services Counselor to deliver community-based support for high-risk youth in Riverside, CA. The CSSC coordinates services with the treatment team to meet client and family needs in various placements and communities.

Responsibilities include crisis readiness, regular client sessions, and collaboration in meetings such as CFT and IEP. A BA/AS in social sciences and relevant experience are required; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a social science-related field and at least six months of relevant experience with emotionally disturbed children.
• Associate’s degree plus at least one year of relevant experience; waiver options apply for extensive经验 with target population.
• Clear ability to communicate in English, in writing and verbally; bilingual Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide services to children and adolescents under supervision; frequent one-to-one interactions.
• Meet with clients regularly to practice skills for home and community environments.
• Meet service level requirements per client treatment plans.
• Remain available for crisis intervention 24/7.
• Attend CFT, IEP, and other client meetings as part of the treatment team.
• Complete assessments, reports and timely submissions to county agencies.
• Maintain contact notes and billing documentation for each client.
• Identify and respond to extreme behavior per policy and laws.
• Facilitate sessions and reschedule when needed within the same week.
• Attend DPSS/DMH/provider meetings and represent the agency.
• Maintain CSSC training as outlined by county contract.
• Be available for varying hours, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

English communication

Reliable transportation

Bilingual Spanish preferred

Crisis intervention empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences

Associate’s degree in social sciences

Education waiver option for experience

Job description

ChildNet Youth and Family Services is currently recruiting for a Client Support Services Counselor (CSSC) for our Inland Empire (IE) Behavioral Health Services program located in Riverside, CA.

- Lake Elsinore, CA 92501 ChildNet - Lake Elsinore, California

IE Behavioral Health Services provides various support services to children, their families and community-based clients. The Client Support Services Counselor (CSSC) delivers regular support services to clients in specialized placements and families in the community, in collaboration with other members of the treatment team. The CSSC will be assigned to serve high-risk youth and work within the community, coordinating services needed to meet the needs of clients and their families. All services are provided according to county contracts and in compliance with agency policies and procedures and state requirements. Work hours may begin and end at various intervals throughout the day. Work days may include Saturdays and Sundays , and two consecutive days off during the 40 hour work week are not guaranteed. Position requirements include a work schedule not consistent with eight (8) straight scheduled hours of working time. If a business-related call is received between work functions or between intervals of working time, it is expected that an attempt will be made to return the call within 30 minutes.

Example Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and provide services to children and adolescents under the supervision of the CSSC Supervisor or their designee. This will frequently involve one-to-one interaction with a specific client for extended periods.
• Meet with clients regularly, and as often as necessary, to provide opportunities to practice new skills to support them in their home and in various community environments and situations.
• Meet level of service requirements according to the needs of each child identified as requiring services on the client treatment plan.
• Maintain availability for possible crisis intervention services 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
• Attend and participate in CFT, IEP, consult meetings, and other client-related meetings as part of the treatment implementation team.
• Complete assessments, reports and other required paperwork for timely submission to county placing agencies.
• Maintain contact notes and DMH billing documentation for each individual client.
• Identify, report, and respond to extreme behavior, such as verbal aggression, biting, hitting, kicking, throwing items (e.g., food, objects, and/or bodily fluids), self-inflicted injuries, property damage, substance abuse, etc., in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and ChildNet policies and procedures.
• Facilitate sessions with clients as scheduled throughout the week, minimizing missed sessions. Any missed sessions must be made up during the same week.
• Attend DPSS/DMH meetings, provider meetings and other community events as a representative of the agency.
• Maintain required CSSC training as outlined in the county contract.
• Maintain availability to meet client needs at varying times, including evenings and weekends.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a social science-related field (e.g., Social Work or Social Welfare, Marriage & Family Therapy, Child Psychology, Child Development, Counseling Psychology or Social Psychology, etc.) AND have at least six months of experience working with emotionally disturbed children in institutional or out-of-home care settings; OR
• Associate’s degree in a social science-related field AND at least one year of experience working with emotionally disturbed children in institutional or residential settings.
• The educational requirements may be waived for CSSCs with at least two years of experience working with emotionally disturbed children or children who have a serious behavioral problem, and who demonstrate a combination of education, skills, and experience that meets the specific cultural and linguistic needs of the target population.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Must have a reliable source of transportation.
• Bilingual proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding Spanish is preferred, but not required.

All offers of employment with ChildNet Youth and Family Services, Inc. are contingent upon a post-offer, pre-hire medical clearance with an occupational physical, tuberculosis screening, and a negative drug test. A criminal background clearance which consists of fingerprinting through the Dept. of Justice/FBI/Child Abuse Index Search is required. An essential function of this position does require driving. Underwriting requirements of this agency include keeping a valid California driver’s license, valid auto liability insurance on file, and maintaining a good driving record while employed.

EOE M/F/V/D

Hourly range; $23-$24

WHO WE ARE

ChildNet Youth & Family Services, a nonprofit corporation headquartered in Long Beach, CA. We provide Counseling, Education, and In-Home Services to at-risk children. ChildNet has been at the forefront of providing innovative and quality care to thousands of children and their families for more than 55 years.

OUR MISSION

To provide safe homes, education and counseling to vulnerable children and families.

OUR EMPLOYEES

Are a diverse group of professionals who create a culture of caring with our clients and within the organization.

WHAT WE OFFER

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, a 403b Retirement including eligibility of a discretionary employer contribution after 2 years of service, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Advancement Opportunities, Supportive Team Environment, Referral Bonus Program, Employee Recognition, along with generous sick, vacation and holiday time. ChildNet offers a hybrid work policy; eligibility is determined by business and program needs.

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