School-Based Therapist

The School-Based Therapist works as a part of a team to provide a holistic, humanizing, and empowering learning environment for students. The School-Based Therapist provides therapeutic, case management, and consultation services for children and families. The School-Based Therapist provides assessments, as well as individual, group, and/or family therapy, and assists in the creation and implementation of individual education and behavioral plans for each student. In addition, the School-Based Therapist facilitates the understanding of clinical issues with classroom and school staff, and aids in creating a healing centered school environment.

About the UE West Coast Connections Program

Seneca’s Unconditional Education West Coast Connections Program partners with 10 schools across Contra Costa County to provide students and families with services based on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Our staff implement strategies that range from creating, implementing and monitoring trauma-informed school wide systems that benefit all students, to individualized therapy and targeted behavioral support for students with the highest levels of need. Learn more about Seneca’s School Partnership Programs and Unconditional Education model [https://senecafoa.org/unconditional-education-and-school-based-services/].

About Seneca

Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces [https://topworkplaces.com/company/seneca-family-of-agencie/bayarea/] 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 [https://senecadei.wordpress.com/] to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within a transdisciplinary team, including teachers, counselors, specialists, and program leadership
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy, as well as case management for a caseload of school-referred students