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Therapeutic Behavioral Services Therapist

Seneca Family of Agencies·Alameda County, California

$75,409 - $89,409/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 14 days ago
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About the role

The TBS Clinician coordinates services and care planning for children transitioning from institutional settings to family-like environments. They provide community-based mental health services and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure stability for children and families.

The Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) Therapists 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

  • Promptly meet with clients and caregivers on a regular basis to further treatment goals utilizing culturally informed and best practice modalities.
  • Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams for the purpose of care planning and support.
  • Collaborate with agency staff, caregivers, other professionals and interested parties to formulate and implement individual client care plans, behavioral programs, and interventions.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with community members and providers, as needed.
  • Complete assessment and evaluation process of clients in order to develop and implement the care plan.
  • Provide assistance in case planning and consultation to team members on clinical issues, as well as casework issues, as appropriate.
  • Chart mental health notes, care plans, outcome measures, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Participate in individual and/or group supervision.
  • Attend all required trainings.
  • Comply with all child abuse reporting and Medicaid/Medi-Cal requirements in accordance with standards set by Seneca.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of client and business operations information.
  • Commit to and engage in self-evaluation as well as organizational goals, strategies, and systemic practices regarding diversity, equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

Required

Master’s degree in social work/psychology/counseling.

Current licensure or eligibility for licensure with the applicable regulatory agency responsible for licensing, examination, and enforcement of competent mental health practice standards.

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

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Experience working with children in out-of-home care preferred.

Ability to work with a diverse population.

Good organizational and writing skills.

Schedule • Monday - Friday, 9

  • 00
  • AM - 5:30 PM

Benefits

  • Starting at $75,409 - $89,409 per year.
  • Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role.
  • $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • Additional compensation provided upon passing bilingual language proficiency exam
  • Additional $4000 salary increase for BBS licensure.
  • 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays.
  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness [https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service] certified employer.
  • Comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and fertility coverage.
  • 50% paid premiums for dependents.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance.
  • Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan.
  • 403b Retirement Plan.
  • Training stipend and professional development opportunities.
  • Excellent clinical training, individual and group supervision, and assistance toward licensure.
  • Opportunities to develop specialized skills, including clinical supervision and evidence-based practices.
  • Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington.

Requirements

A Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling is required, along with current licensure or eligibility for licensure. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Care Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Community Outreach
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Client Evaluation
  • Behavioral Programming
  • Culturally Informed Care
  • Mental Health Documentation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$75,409 - $89,409/yr
Location
Alameda County, California
Posted
Jul 13, 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 15 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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