Youth Crisis Therapist – STEP Day Treatment (Salinas)

Seneca; Salinas (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Salary increase

Relocation assistance

5 weeks PTO

11 paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision

Licensure support

Job summary

Seneca in Salinas, CA is seeking a Crisis Therapist / Social Worker for the STEP Day Treatment Intensive program. You will deliver group-based therapy to youth aged 12–17, supporting stabilization and skill-building while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to transition youth to outpatient care.

The role includes risk assessments, case management, and discharge planning, with clinical documentation compliant with regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field.
• Registered with California BBS: ASW, AMFT, APCC, or licensed.
• Must be at least 21 years old; valid driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Uphold clinical integrity of the STEP program with high-quality, evidence-based service.
• Facilitate group, individual, and family therapy to support stabilization and progress.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide case management and discharge planning.
• Complete timely clinical documentation per program and regulatory requirements.
• Provide clinical training and consultation to staff to strengthen skills.
• Build relationships with community partners to support continuity of care for youth and families.
• Assist with client intakes and participate in problem-solving for program needs.
• Support other Seneca programs when enrollment allows.

Skills

Group therapy

Case management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work

Job description

Seneca in Salinas, CA is seeking a Crisis Therapist / Social Worker for the STEP Day Treatment Intensive program. You will deliver group-based therapy to youth aged 12–17, supporting stabilization and skill-building while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to transition youth to outpatient care.

The role includes risk assessments, case management, and discharge planning, with clinical documentation compliant with regulations.