Family Support Counselor jobs in Santa Maria, CA

Wage band range $25.00 - $38.00 per hour; however, starting pay is ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. Bilingual in Spanish, preferred and position is eligible to test for a bilingual pay incentive. 

Under the direction of the Director/Assistant Director of Community Based Services, the School Based Counselor carries out the mission of Casa Pacifica as it relates to the Educationally Related Mental Health Services as needed in the school.

CREDENTIALS: Must be registered with BBS/APA as APCC, AMFT or ASW.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (illustrated by typical activities):

• Serves as assigned staff to Santa Barbara County School Districts providing Educationally Related Mental Health Services including Behavior Intervention, Individual/Group counseling, Parent Counseling and Training, or Social Worker Services, in accordance with the IEP.
• Participates as a member of the child's treatment team and works closely with all treatment team members regarding matters pertaining to all one-to-one services as outlined in IEP.
• Attends IEP meetings where appropriate and may assist in development of mental health/social emotional goals within the IEP for each client referred by the school district, as needed.
• Maintains organized progress notes for each client contact; submitting notes in a timely manner by the weekly deadline.
• Maintains an active client caseload.
• Adheres to the legal and ethical requirements of the mental health profession as outlined in the code of ethics and as deemed necessary by Casa Pacifica.   
• Maintains effective lines of communication with the Clinical Supervisor and Program Manager in regard to crises, clinical development, and program needs.  
• Attends and participates in appropriate staff training programs; attends outside training events and conferences as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality and FERPA regulations in all matters within the organization with respect to personnel, operations and children.
• May perform any other additional duties as assigned; including but not limited to case coverage with other staff.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Masters level, registered with the BBS/APA with two years’ experience working with severely emotionally disturbed students in the school setting.

CREDENTIALS:  Must be eligible to register with BBS/APA as APCC, AMFT or ASW. Community First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, Mandated reporting. 

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism in its most difficult phases.  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Casa Pacifica Offers:

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefits package, including 401k with up to 5% fully vested employer matching contributions made after first year of service
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance options
• Flexible Spending and Dependent care programs
• Excellent Training opportunities
• Education/Tuition Assistance programs
• Group Discount Pet Insurance
• Aflac Critical Illness, Accidental & Dental supplemental plan options
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Free Confidential Crisis Line 24/7 (365 days a year)
  • 4 face-to-face or telephonic sessions per issue, i.e.,
    • Stress, Anxiety, Depression
    • Life transitions
    • Grief and Loss
    • Divorce
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Substance Abuse
    • Work-Life Counseling
    • Free Legal and Financial Consultations
    • Identity Theft Recovery Services

Casa Pacifica restores hope, enhances resilience, and strengthens community connections for children, young adults, and families.

We are a diverse and inclusive team providing excellent services to all our communities. Our team members are empowered to share their identities, ideas, and perspectives. A culture built on diversity, equity and inclusivity is essential to creating a safe and healing environment at Casa Pacifica.

Casa Pacifica is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer; all applicants will be given full consideration under state, local, and federal law.