Seneca Family of Agencies·Concord, California
The Crisis Therapist coordinates services for children transitioning from institutional to family settings, primarily providing community-based support. They are responsible for developing individual care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing crisis intervention services.
The 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. Crisis Therapists engage clients in meaningful and authentic relationships while providing a safe, predictable, and positive environment that aligns with our clients’ values and cultures.
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.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling and be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Additional requirements include a valid driver's license, own vehicle, and clearance for TB and fingerprinting.
Market context
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.
