Family Support Counselor jobs in Oakland, CA
Family Support Counselor identifies and coordinates the delivery of support programs and solutions for families in crisis to meet their financial, educational, social, and emotional needs. Interviews families to assess needs and their eligibility for assistance programs and services. Being a Family Support Counselor helps to navigate the application process and outlines the requirements and benefits of programs or services. Advises about types of counseling services available and makes referrals to service providers. Additionally, Family Support Counselor may require a bachelor's degree in human services related field. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Family Support Counselor work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Family Support Counselor typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Support Counselor
- Alternative Family Services
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Oakland, CA
FULL_TIME
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Support Counselor - OaklandThe Support Counselor works in the field, in collaboration with the treatment team, supporting families and children within the AFS Intensive Services Foster Care program. This is a part-time "as-needed" position.About Alternative Family ServicesAlternative Family Services is a Foster Family, Adoption and Mental Health Agency that has been serving abused and neglected children in our community since 1973. Our mission is to support vulnerable children and families in need of stability, safety, and well-being in communities. We provide a wide range of foster, adoption, mental health and transition-aged youth services in English and Spanish. We have eight locations throughout the Bay Area and over 200 employees. We celebrate diversity, equal opportunity, and excellence.Responsibilities
- Provide support services to the child and foster family via methods consistent with the agency’s treatment philosophy and approach
- Provide a variety of interventions. This may include, but is not limited to, coaching, mentoring, skill building, tutoring and supportive feedback
- Provide emergency response. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the foster child at all times
- Transport children to a variety of appointments and or settings using a personal vehicle in safe working order
- Submit written documentation of such visitations and or activities to CPS workers
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA privacy practices
- Adhere to our attendance and punctuality policy
- Assume other duties as assigned by supervisor
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- Obtain and maintain fingerprint and government and Agency required background clearances
- A bachelor’s degree in a social science related field; or an associate degree in a social science related field and have at least six months experience in working with emotionally disturbed children or children who have a serious behavioral problem; or at least two years of experience working with emotionally disturbed children or children who have a serious behavioral problem, and who demonstrate a combination of education, skills, and experience
- Training Requirements - Each ISFC Support Counselor shall have completed 40 hours of training to include, but not be limited to, working with abused and neglected children, behavior de-escalation techniques, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and developing treatment plans for emotionally disturbed children or children who have a serious behavioral problem. All training shall be completed prior to placing a child in a certified family home for which the support counselor is assigned responsibility. An additional 20 hours of ongoing in-service training is required within the first 12 months after becoming an ISFC Support Counselor
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Valid California driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, auto insurance showing as an insured driver on the policy and vehicle registration
- Able to drive and transport children into a variety of community settings using a personal vehicle that is maintained in safe working order
- Able to read and write fluently in English
- Able to meet the specific linguistic needs to the target population
- Able to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
- Able to interact calmly and professionally with clients who may act out due to behavioral disabilities
- Able to interact with co-workers, county representatives, and other treatment team members as part of a cooperative team
- Agree to work on cultural competency as it relates to the diverse client population served
- Work with minimal direct supervision and able to manage time and prioritize workload
- Possess a high level of integrity, honesty and strong work ethic
Driving RequirementsThis position requires the employee to work out in the community and within foster homes throughout the Bay Area. Thus, position requires employee to possess a valid CA driver’s license and valid automobile insurance with his/her name on the verification card as an insured driver on the policy at all times. Position requires daily access to a car in safe working order.We Offer- A professional and supportive work environment
- $19-$21/hour
- IRS standard mileage reimbursement
- Generous Sick Time accrual
Other than all legally mandated benefits (such as paid sick leave, worker’s compensation insurance, and social security) there are no benefits affiliated with this position.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of Ancestry, Age, Color, Disability, Genetic Information, Gender, Gender Identity, Gender expression, Marital status, Medical condition, Military or veteran status, National origin, Race, Religion, Sex and Sexual orientation. - 21 Days Ago
Family Counselor
- Alternative Family Services
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Oakland, CA
FULL_TIME
- Family Counselor - Oakland Ready to make a positive impact in the lives of children, youth and families? Join our team as a Family Counselor at the Gathering Place. As a Family Counselor you will prov...
- 17 Days Ago
Program Coordinator
- Family Support Services
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Oakland, CA
FULL_TIME
- Program Coordinator – Kinship Program Status: Full-Time, Non-ExemptOffice Location: Oakland (Onsite) Apply: Email résumé and cover letter to: AdminHR@fssba.org ABOUT US: Family Support Services is a n...
- 19 Days Ago
Respite Provider
- Family Support Services
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Oakland, CA
FULL_TIME
- Family Support Services is a private, nonprofit agency that provides respite services to caregivers (birth parents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and relatives) of children who are abused, neglect...
- 22 Days Ago
Social Worker
- Family Support Services
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Oakland, CA
FULL_TIME
- Date Posted: 11.06.2023 Status: Full-Time, Non-exempt Primary Office Location: Oakland (Onsite) ABOUT US: Family Support Services is a nonprofit organization that provides prevention and intervention ...
- 22 Days Ago
Part-time Youth Program Aide
- Family Support Services
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Oakland, CA
PART_TIME
- The Kinship Youth Program (KYP) is a comprehensive, year-round program focusing on academic, social, and leadership development by engaging in long-term connections with the youth we serve. KYP is par...
- 12 Days Ago
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Mental Health Provider - (Oakland, CA)
- Two Chairs
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Oakland, CA
- Job Description Job Description At Two Chairs, we're building a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental he...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Headway
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Oakland, CA
- Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $86-$130 an hour Are you a Licensed Mental Health Counselor...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Residential Counselor
- FRED FINCH YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
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Oakland, CA
- Description Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work, and we have the hardware to prove it! Year afte...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Martial Arts Instructor
- Impact Kids
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Alameda, CA
- About Us: Impact Dojo is a young, innovative company revolutionizing the way martial arts is taught to children and adul...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Personal & Academic Counselor
- Roman Catholic Welfare Corporation of Oakland, St.Joseph Notre
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Alameda, CA
- Job Description Job Description Our Mission Nestled in a picturesque neighborhood residential community in Alameda, and ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Oncology Executive Director
- Sutter Health
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Oakland, CA
- Executive Medical Director for Oncology, Sutter Health East Bay Market Sutter East Bay Medical Group is seeking an exper...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Camp Counselor
- EAST BAY SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS
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Oakland, CA
- Job Details Job Location Oakland Adoption Center - Oakland, CA Position Type Seasonal Salary Range $19.00 - $19.00 Hourl...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
MFLC Counselor: Short Term or As Needed Coverage - Travis AFB, CA
- Leidos
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Fairfield, CA
- Description Make a difference in the lives of our military Service Members and their families with your expertise in cou...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Oakland, California
Oakland is in the eastern region of the San Francisco Bay. In 1991 the City Hall tower was at 37°48′19″N 122°16′21″W / 37.805302°N 122.272539°W / 37.805302; -122.272539 (NAD83). (The building still exists, but like the rest of the Bay Area, it has shifted northwest perhaps 0.6 meters in the last twenty years.)
The United States Census Bureau says the city's total area is 78.0 square miles (202 km2), including 55.8 square miles (145 km2) of land and 22.2 square miles (57 km2) (28.48 percent) of water.
Oakland's highest point is near Grizzly Peak Blvd, east of Berkeley, just over 1,760 feet (...
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Income Estimation for Family Support Counselor jobs
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