Lead Crisis Therapist / Social Worker

Seneca-Family-of-Agencies; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Bilingual premium

Annual raise

Relocation aid

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Disability & life

Licensure support

Supervision & training

Career advancement

Job summary

Seneca is seeking a Lead Therapist to continue providing clinical services to youth while taking on opportunities to lead, mentor, and strengthen the work of the team. You will share expertise through consultation and training, support program quality, and develop a leadership area that matches your skills and interests.

You will mentor staff, lead trainings, and collaborate with supervisors to uphold high standards of care, while expanding your supervisory and licensure pathways within the STEP

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work, or related subject area.
• Registered with California BBS: ASW, AMFT, APCC, or full licensed.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca’s insurance policy.
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide all clinical services and responsibilities of the Therapist role while consistently demonstrating strong clinical practice and performance.
• Mentor and provide clinical consultation to staff to support their professional growth and development.
• Partner with the supervisor to uphold agency policies, program expectations, and high standards of care.
• Support the quality and integrity of staff work by providing guidance, feedback, and consultation as needed.
• Take a lead role in professional development and trainings for staff at program sites, partner schools, and community settings.
• Develop and lead one or more areas of specialization or program leadership based on your skills and interests.
• Provide expertise and training in therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, play therapy, narrative therapy, or other evidence-based approaches.
• Support program operations or clinical initiatives, such as Medi-Cal billing, crisis procedures, caseload tracking, data-based decision-making, or social-emotional programming.
• Build supervisory and leadership skills through opportunities such as supporting group supervision or supervising interns, counselors, and other staff.

Skills

Team-based collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work

Tools

None

Job description

As a Lead Therapist, you’ll continue providing clinical services to youth while taking on opportunities to lead, mentor, and strengthen the work of your team. You’ll share your expertise through consultation and training, support your supervisor with program quality, and develop an area of leadership that matches your skills and interests. Whether you specialize in a therapeutic modality, support program operations, or develop your supervisory skills, you’ll have the opportunity to make a broader impact on the clinical program.

ABOUT STEP PROGRAMS

The STEP (Skills, Transitions, Exploration, and Progress) program provides Day Treatment Intensive (DTI) services to youth ages 12-17. The goal of the STEP program is to provide intensive, short-term stabilization services to enable our clients to step down to lower levels of outpatient mental health treatment. All groups are designed to teach youth the skills necessary to help them learn about their mental health, provide psychoeducation, and help them learn skills to feel better and be safe. STEP consists of a multidisciplinary team of counselors, clinicians, a nurse, psychiatrist, and program supervisor.

ABOUT SENECA

Seneca has 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

• Provide all clinical services and responsibilities of the Therapist role while consistently demonstrating strong clinical practice and performance
• Mentor and provide clinical consultation to staff to support their professional growth and development
• Partner with the supervisor to uphold agency policies, program expectations, and high standards of care
• Support the quality and integrity of staff work by providing guidance, feedback, and consultation as needed
• Take a lead role in professional development and trainings for staff at program sites, partner schools, and community settings
• Develop and lead one or more areas of specialization or program leadership based on your skills and interests
• Provide expertise and training in therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, play therapy, narrative therapy, or other evidence-based approaches
• Support program operations or clinical initiatives, such as Medi-Cal billing, crisis procedures, caseload tracking, data-based decision-making, or social-emotional programming
• Build supervisory and leadership skills through opportunities such as supporting group supervision or supervising interns, counselors, and other staff

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Master’s degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work, or related subject area
• Registered with California BBS: ASW, AMFT, APCC, or full licensed
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Senecas’ insurance policy
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

PREFERRED:

Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Excellent organizational, analytical, computer, and communication skills

SCHEDULE

• Full-time
  • Monday - Friday, 8AM - 4PM

BENEFITS

• Starting at $83,546 - $97,546 per year, commensurate with experience
• Actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
• Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam
• Salary increase each year
• Relocation assistance may be available
• 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, fertility coverage
• Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
• Seneca supports clinicians towards 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 trainings or licensure fees can be mitigated through your clinical training stipend
• Promotional opportunities across the agency in California

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