Family Support Counselor jobs in San Francisco, 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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San Francisco, CA
FULL_TIME
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Support Counselor - San FranciscoBe a positive presence in the life of vulnerable children by becoming a Support Counselor with Alternative Family Services. Support Counselors work in the community in collaboration with the treatment team to support families and children within the Intensive Treatment Foster Care program. Alternative Family Services offers a full-time position with a flexible schedule! Apply today!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- $21.00-$25.00/hour pay rate
- A professional and supportive work environment
- IRS standard mileage reimbursement
- Benefits package which includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Chiropractic & Acupuncture
- Flex-spending options
- Life and disability insurance
- 403(b) option
- Over 7 weeks time off annually! (11 vacation days the first year – accruals starting on your 1st day and progress up to 20 days a year! 11 paid holidays including your birthday off & 12 sick days annually!)
- AFS makes substantial monthly contributions on your behalf to keep out of pocket premiums at an all time low!
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. - 1 Month Ago
Bilingual Residential Counselor, Compass Family Shelter
- Compass Family Services
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San Francisco, CA
FULL_TIME
- Organization: Compass Family Services is a 100 year old nonprofit working on the front lines of San Francisco’s homeless crisis. We provide families experiencing or at risk of homelessness with compre...
- 9 Days Ago
Visitation Counselor
- Seneca Family of Agencies
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San Francisco, CA
OTHER
- Overview Do you have a passion for supporting children and families? Join our team of professionals at Seneca's First Stop Visitation Center! The Visitation Counselor is responsible for documentation ...
- 19 Days Ago
Family Support Coordinator (Bilingual in English/Spanish)
- Family Connections Centers
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San Francisco, CA
FULL_TIME
- Job Title: Bilingual Spanish Family Support CoordinatorReports To: Family Support ManagerLocation: San FranciscoCompensation: $27-$29 hourly (DOE), full-time, non-exempt, and excellent benefitsTo Appl...
- 1 Day Ago
Family Support Coordinator (English/Vietnamese or English/Cantonese)
- Family Connections Centers Inc.
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San Francisco, CA
FULL_TIME
- Job Title: Family Support CoordinatorReports To: Family Support ManagerLocation: San FranciscoCompensation: $27-$29 hourly, based on experienceBenefits Package:100% employer-paid Kaiser Platinum Plan,...
- 9 Days Ago
Bilingual Crisis Stabilization Counselor
- Seneca Family of Agencies
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San Francisco, CA
OTHER
- Overview Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of youth and their families? Come join our MRT (Mobile Response Team) in San Fransisco to ensure youth and families receive comprehensive men...
- 19 Days Ago
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Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Headway
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San Francisco, 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 - Non-Licensed $500 Sign On Bonus!
- PRC Baker Places
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San Francisco, CA
- Job Description Job Description PRC Baker Places is a non-profit residential treatment agency that has provided the San ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Residential Counselor - Licensed $500 Sign On Bonus!
- PRC Baker Places
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San Francisco, CA
- Job Description Job Description PRC Baker Places is a non-profit residential treatment agency that has provided the San ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Residential Counselor - SUD Licensed $500 Sign On Bonus!
- PRC Baker Places
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San Francisco, CA
- Job Description Job Description PRC Baker Places is a non-profit residential treatment agency that has provided the San ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Relief Residential Counselor
- PRC Baker Places
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San Francisco, CA
- Job Description Job Description PRC Baker Places is a non-profit residential treatment agency that has provided the San ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Substance Use Counselor II/III - AARS Project Adapt
- Health Right 360
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San Francisco, CA
- Job Description Job Description HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by provi...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Withdrawal Management - 815
- Health Right 360
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San Francisco, CA
- Job Description Job Description HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by provi...
- 4/25/2024 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 San Francisco, California
San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant stretches of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay within its boundaries. Several picturesque islands—Alcatraz, Treasure Island and the adjacent Yerba Buena Island, and small portions of Alameda Island, Red Rock Island, and Angel Island—are part of the city. Also included are the uninhabited Farallon Islands, 27 miles (43 km) offshore in the Pacific Ocean. The mainland within the city limits roughly forms a "seven-by-seven-mile square", a common local collo...
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