Mental Health Clinician - Newark, CA

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW · East Bay Agency for Children's (EBAC) mission is to improve the well-being of children, youth, and families by reducing the impact of trauma and social inequities. EBAC strives to reduce barriers that contribute to disparities in wellness for socio-econo ...

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ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

East Bay Agency for Children's (EBAC) mission is to improve the well-being of children, youth, and families by reducing the impact of trauma and social inequities. EBAC strives to reduce barriers that contribute to disparities in wellness for socio-economically disadvantaged and racially marginalized families and to create communities where all children and families have support systems to reach their full potential.

EBAC was established in 1952 when a group of parents of children with special needs wanted to give their children the same educational and recreational opportunities that contribute to the physical well-being and social growth of all children. From this was born the first day-treatment program west of the Mississippi and was the foundation of growth in meeting the needs of children and families living in Alameda County.

Today, EBAC's programs serve over 4,500 children, youth and families throughout Alameda County each year with the goal of giving each child and family the specific resources, skills, and support they need to help them thrive. For more information about our organization, please visit

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Mental Health Clinicians provides trauma informed culturally responsive counseling services to youth and families in the school, home and community. This position works collaboratively with other EBAC staff, caregivers, school leaders and community to support resiliency and recovery for Alameda county residents. Opportunities for this position are located in Hayward, San Leandro, Oakland, and Newark/Fremont.

Base Pay
: $70,000/yr - $77,650/yr

*Above max range includes 6 years of relevant experience and Bilingual Spanish pay.

QUALIFICATIONS and COMPETENCY FACTORS

• Master's degree in Behavioral Sciences, Social work, Psychology or related field

• Must be license eligible or CA Licensed (registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences or Board of Psychology). Candidates currently going through the BBS registration process will be considered.

• Valid Drivers License Required.

• Experience providing therapeutic services to children and families

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Commitment to trauma informed culturally responsive care

• Ability to efficiently use a web-based system for quality review of records and work performed.

• Bilingual fluency (English/Spanish) required.

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  SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE FOR BILINGUAL SPANISH CANDIDATES*

COMPETENCY FACTORS

• Relational Skills
  Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage in relationship with an internal staff, external partners and families served

• Communication Skills:
  Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the demonstrated ability to research, assimilate and analyze information, compose documents, and present information with clarity

• Organizational Skills:
  Strong organizational/time management skills; ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and often stressful environment; demonstrated flexibility in regards to job duties and assignments. Ability to efficiently use a web-based system for quality review of records and work performed.

• Values Alignment:
  Commitment to EBAC's mission, vision and values and a demonstrated affinity for EBAC's target population.

• Content Specific Expertise and Experience:
  Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with county mental health and school systems. Experience providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed care to children, youth and families in community mental health.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide trauma informed and culturally responsive care for youth and families including: individual and family therapy, group therapy, case management, rehabilitation and collateral with other providers.

• Work in a school setting to support youth to thrive and overcome impacts of trauma.

• Work with families and youth in the community or home setting as needed to help meet family needs.

• Provide risk assessments and crisis consultation as needed.

• Create and maintain high quality clinical documents that guide effective treatment and meet county and agency best practices.

• Meet service delivery requirements of the position.

• Meet documentation deadlines.

• Actively participate in individual and group clinical supervision.

• Actively participate in training and learning opportunities.

• Communicate collaboratively with families, school and community partners, peers and program leadership.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS and JOB SETTING

• Work is in an office setting.

• Work requires travel between sites to attend meetings.

• Ability to drive, with appropriate driver's license and insurance; or access to a car.

• Periodic lifting up to 25 pounds is required.

BENEFITS INFORMATION

EBAC offers a uniquely generous PAID time off package including up to 15 paid Holidays a year, generous vacation accruals for eligible employees; and an outstandingly comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance. Full time employee only coverage is free of charge for certain Medical and Dental coverages.

• Multiple options of Mental Health Care supports and services.

• Chiropractic and Acupuncture benefits included in Medical plans.

• Employer paid Basic Term Life/AD&D insurance; employee paid voluntary life insurance and AD&D (for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect).

• Accident, Critical illness and Hospital Indemnity coverage ( for employee, spouse and children if choose to elect ).

• Tax deferred FSA (flexible spending account) for Health Care and/or Child Care; commuter benefits for Transit and/or Parking expenses.

• 403b retirement program with an up to 4% Employer dollar to dollar Match after 1 year of employment.

• Prepaid Legal Consultation and Identity Theft Protection insurance.

• Pet Insurance to care for the four-legged family member(s).

• ScholarShare 529 Savings Plan for higher education expenses for the beneficiary includes employee, child or another family member, etc.