Bilingual School Therapist

Hiring for Summer 2026, start date in July 2026.$2,000 sign-on bonus for new Seneca employees in this position!Seneca's School Partnership Programs is hiring a Bilingual School Therapist to guide students to success at Impact Academy High School in Hayward, CA. As a Bilingual School Therapist, you'll provide therapeutic services, early interventions, and crisis support as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that truly values your voice. We work closely with students, caregivers, and school staff to help youth navigate emotional and behavioral challenges while building a joyful and supportive school culture. If you're looking for a place where you'll feel appreciated, supported in your growth, and able to make a real impact-this is it.ABOUT LIGHT THE CHANGESeneca's Unconditional Education Light the Change Program partners with 8 charter schools in Oakland; including charter management networks Education for Change, Lighthouse Community Public Schools, and Envision Academy. Our goal is to provide essential mental health services to youth in grades TK - 12th in their neighborhood. We provide targeted early interventions to help students overcome behavioral and emotional challenges while minimizing referrals to a more restrictive school environment. We are an inclusive and welcoming program that strives for staff to feel valued, mattered, and supported with professional development while supporting our students and caregivers during some of the toughest times of their lives. Learn more about Seneca's School Partnership Programs and Unconditional Education model.ABOUT SENECASeneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area's Top Workplaces 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 to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.RESPONSIBILITIES:Work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team with teachers, counselors, other specialists/educational staff, and program leadership.Provide interventions including therapy (individual, group, family) and case management for identified students based on school-based referrals, individualized clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning.Engage caregivers in the treatment process, providing frequent opportunities to discuss student growth and needs.Provide crisis intervention, including risk screening, assessment, triage, and service linkage.Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training. This may include intervening with the clients' behavioral program through physical management of the clients, if applicable. Training in additional crisis intervention modalities may be required.Provide consultation to other school staff on safety assessments, mental health crises, accessing social service, and in utilizing healing centered techniques to experience success with all students.Contribute to a strong school culture by participating in or leading small group, classroom or school-wide activities for students that celebrate success and promote joy.Communicate effectively with families and all others involved in the daily life of the student, including other Seneca programs or outside agencies.Complete required data collection and service documentation for plan development and to measure the effectiveness of services, inform team decision making, and/or engage in service billing.QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, professional clinical counseling, psychology or related licensure-eligible fieldRegistered or eligible to register with the California BBS requiredBilingual in Spanish /English skill set requiredAt least 21 years of ageReliable transportation to and from the school site and other occasional meeting locationsTB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirementsExperience working with youth in a mental health or educational setting is strongly preferredSCHEDULEFull-time: Hiring for Summer 2026, start date in July 2026School based schedule:Monday - Friday: 8AM - 4:30PM5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break daysBENEFITSStarting at $79,763 - $93,763 per yearActual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications$2000 sign-on bonusSalary increases each year$4000 salary increase upon licensureComprehensive employee benefits package:Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverageShort and long-term disability, family leave, and life insurancePartially paid premiums for dependents403b retirement planEmployer-Paid Assistance Plan5 weeks of flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break daysSeneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employerRelocation assistance may be available (added for clinicians, teachers, and specialists receive them if they are relocating over 100 miles)Abundant promotional opportunities across California and WashingtonSpecialized training and development opportunitiesSeneca supports clinicians towards licensure and beyond:We provide individual and group supervision, regular clinical case conferences, and licensure and renewal courses led by field expertsExpenses such as outside trainings or licensure fees can be mitigated through your clinical training stipend