Clinical Consultant/Educator
AGENCY OVERVIEW:
Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Director, Israeli Department, the Clinical Consultant/Educator is a member of the Israeli Department and Parent Consultant teams and supports the development of programs that are responsive to the needs of Israeli families in the agency service area. The Clinical Consultant/Educator provides best practice parent services including parent coaching and consultation and psychoeducational workshops for parents, and other supports for children and families within their scope of practice. The Clinical Consultant/Educator understands and assists in meeting budget and services goals, understands the mission and objectives of Jewish Family and Children’s Services, and works within the limitations of the Agency’s resources and performs all duties in compliance with agency standards.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- Pay Rate: $45-$60/hour
- Employment Type: Part-time, without benefits
- Be part of a financially stable nonprofit with a long and rich history
- Make positive differences in the lives of thousands of individuals and families we serve each year
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides effective parent consultation to families seeking parent guidance
- Designs Parent Education Workshop Curriculum
- Prepares written agendas, objectives, and handouts
- Facilitates Parent Education Workshops
- Facilitates support groups
- Represents the Israeli Department to the community, to increase support for the program and to ensure that the community is aware of CCY as a resource
- Provides consultation to teachers and schools for classroom challenges
- If registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and approved to practice mental health services in the state of California, provides assessment and treatment to children as assigned, following all agency policies and procedures related to clinical practice
REQUIREMENTS:
- Licensed mental health professional (MSW, ASW, LCSW, AMFT, LMFT, PsyD) preferred
- Three plus (3+) years of postgraduate experience
- Bilingual Hebrew-English speaker with knowledge of and sensitivity to Israeli culture
- Demonstrate ability to relate effectively with parents, individually and in groups
- Understanding of the growth and development of children and the ability to interpret that information in a supportive and professional manner to parents, caregivers, and to other professionals
- Advanced degree in child development-related field
- Licensed or license eligible in California to practice psychotherapy as part of the job responsibilities
- Previous experience providing parent consultation and support and teaching parent-focused workshops
- Experience in using MS Office applications and general computer skills
- Ability to function independently and cooperatively as part of a team
- Desire to work in a multi-discipline social service setting
To be considered for this position, you must meet the requirements and competencies listed above. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Excited to Apply?
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.