Description :Are you passionate about supporting students and creating transformative experiences in the classroom?ABOUT THE ROLESeneca’s Non Public Schools are hiring for a Classroom Counselor to guide grades 2-12 to success at Catalyst Academy in El Sobrante, CA. As a Classroom Counselor you will make a positive impact on transforming the lives of students with emotional and behavioral challenges. In addition, you will promote academic growth and nurture social-emotional well-being. You will provide individualized attention and direct instruction in core areas to help students make adequate yearly progress on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals while adhering to a general education standards-based curriculum.ABOUT CATALYST ACADEMYSeneca's is a Nonpublic School in El Sobrante, California, serving students in grades 2–12. We primarily partner with West Contra Costa Unified School District and also support students from nearby districts. Catalyst provides integrated therapeutic and special education services for students with significant mental health and behavioral challenges. Our goal is to help students develop the skills, relationships, and mindsets needed to succeed in school and life. We focus on social, emotional, behavioral, and academic growth in a safe, structured environment. With high standards for learning and a strong emphasis on integrity, respect, and safety, students are supported in making meaningful changes and contributing to their communities.ABOUT SENECASeneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the 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 to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve.Responsibilities

Work collaboratively within a transdisciplinary team, including teachers, counselors, specialists, and program leadership
Build therapeutic relationships that help students engage and achieve personalized goals
Support academic instruction by assisting with individual and group activities as directed
Implement classroom modifications and accommodations based on student’s individualized education plans (IEP) and other plans
Deliver direct behavioral intervention that reduces behaviors impeding school success and promotes positive behaviors for learning and community engagement
Complete required data collection and service documentation to measure the effectiveness of services, inform team decision making, and/or engage in service billing
Communicate effectively with families and all others involved in the students’ daily life, including other Seneca programs or external agencies
Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training

This may include intervening with the students’ behavioral program through physical management

Qualifications

Education/Experience requirements:

Bachelor's degree OR
Associate degree and 1 year of applicable experience OR
High school diploma/GED and 2 years of applicable experience
Applicable experience can include paid or unpaid experience working with youth or families, working in a classroom setting, working in a mental health setting, providing academic support to youth, or providing crisis support to youth
At least 21 years of age
Reliable transportation to and from the school site and other occasional meeting locations
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

Schedule

School based schedule:

Monday to Friday: 8 AM - 4:30 PM (ability to work occasional flexible schedule when school needs vary)
This role is 100% working in person at a Seneca location
5 weeks of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break days

Benefits

Starting at $26.22 - $28.72 per hour

Actual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications
Salary increases each year
Additional compensation provided upon passing a bilingual language proficiency exam
Comprehensive employee benefits package: