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Temporary Crisis Therapist

Seneca Family of Agencies·San Francisco, California

$76,491 - $90,491/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The clinician serves as the clinical lead providing crisis intervention and mental health services to children transitioning from institutional to family settings. Responsibilities include coordinating with treatment teams, providing therapy, and managing case documentation in community-based environments.

This is a temporary position for our Mobile Response Team, starting July 2026, and ending December 2026.

The Temporary Crisis Therapist coordinates services and planning for children who are referred through social service, probation or mental health departments and are in the process of stepping down from institutional into family or family-like settings. Services will be provided almost exclusively in the community in families’ homes, group homes, foster homes, schools, etc. The primary role is to ensure that all parties are working together toward stability for the child and family. Therapists engage clients in meaningful and authentic relationships while providing a safe, predictable, and positive environment that aligns with our clients’ values and cultures.

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 several consecutive years. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion [https://senecadei.wordpress.com/] to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the clinical lead and work with the treatment team to provide crisis intervention and other mental health services as needed.
  • Provide counseling, therapy, and case management services to ensure the successful transition of clients and their families to other community-based resources.
  • Participate in all treatment reviews, program staff meetings, and additional meetings when necessary.
  • Coordinate with necessary collateral contacts, including caregivers and family members as needed.
  • Work with treatment team to determine course of action for follow-up services.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community members and providers.
  • Participate in on-call system as needed.
  • Complete progress notes and other paperwork, and complete service tracking documentation as indicated.
  • Participate in weekly supervision with the program supervisor or designee.
  • Flexible schedule with ability to work evenings, weekends, and provide on-call coverage as needed.
  • Comply with all child abuse reporting and Medicaid/Medi-Cal requirements in accordance with standards set by Seneca.

Qualifications

  • Required
  • Master’s degree in social work/psychology/counseling.
  • Registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences
  • At least 21 years of age.
  • TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements.
  • Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy.
  • Preferred
  • Experience working with children in out-of-home care.
  • Skills of an Ideal Candidate
  • Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to work with a diverse population.
  • Good organizational and writing skills.

Schedule • Full-time, temporary position • Monday - Thursday, 10

  • 00
  • AM - 8:00 PM
  • Responsible for two on-call shifts per month

Benefits

  • Starting at $78,786 - $92,786 per year.
  • Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications.
  • Comprehensive employee benefits package:
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
  • Short and long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
  • Partially paid premiums for dependents
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Employer-Paid Assistance Plan
  • California sick leave, plus 10 paid holidays
  • Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness [https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service] certified employer

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling and registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and necessary background clearances.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Counseling
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Writing Skills
  • Cultural Competency
  • Crisis Planning
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Multidisciplinary Teamwork
  • Therapy

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$76,491 - $90,491/yr
Location
San Francisco, California
Posted
May 21, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Seneca Family of Agencies

For more than four decades, Seneca has offered a simple promise to each youth and every family we serve: No matter how profound the difficulties you face, we will be with you every step of the way. Today, Seneca provides a broad range of mental health, education, foster care,...

Salary listed on 16 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.

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