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We Care Services for Children serves families with children ages 0-6 at risk for experiencing life-impacting developmental and behavioral health challenges. We offer a wide array of targeted, effective, and compassionate services designed to meet the individual needs of each child:

  • Early intervention services via our inclusive classrooms, state preschool, classroom for toddlers with autism or at risk of autism and developmental playgroups;
  • Mental health services provided in the home and in our clinic and classrooms;
  • Individualized, coordinated, family-driven wraparound services; and
  • Mental health consultation for the licensed childcare community in Contra Costa County.
  • State Pre-School and early childhood developmental classes 
  • Our programs are based on the belief that each child and family is unique and we honor their beliefs and cultural, linguistic, racial, and socioeconomic diversity while supporting each family and child to reach their full potential, regardless of their abilities or circumstances.

Child & Family Therapist (Spanish-Speaking)

$37-$42 an hour (Full-Time)

Job Purpose:

Under general supervision of the Mental Health Director and Clinical Supervisor this position provides home- and clinic-based infant/child-parent psychotherapy and clinical case management services to children from birth to six years old and their parents/caregivers. Being able to communicate with families proficiently in both English and Spanish is a requirement for this position.

You will join a strong team of clinical colleagues who are passionate about serving the needs of young children and families. Through targeted, compassionate, and effective early intervention services, We Care helps young children and their families reach their full potential, regardless of their abilities or circumstances.

Compensation:

Depending on licensure status.

  • License Eligible: $37-$39/hour.
  • Licensed: $40-$42/hour.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assesses clients to determine appropriate diagnosis, treatment modality and interventions.
  • Develops treatment plans based on clinical assessment of client and family needs.
  • Provides dyadic therapy, collateral and case management services in the home, community and/or office for children 0-6 and their caregivers.
  • Maintains an appropriate caseload and meets program billing goals.
  • Participates in case consultations with other treatment team members and collaborates with outside providers as needed.
  • Documents billable services according to county guidelines.
  • Prepares files on a yearly basis for EPSDT Utilization Review, including development of family-centered treatment plans in English and Spanish.
  • Attends all agency staff meetings and designated training events.
  • Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in: Social Work, Counseling or Clinical Psychology.
  • Licensed, or License Eligible MFT, LCSW, PhD or PsyD.
  • Previous clinical (mental health) experience working with children and families in multicultural communities.
  • Must have Spanish language fluency, and have experience conducting clinical work in Spanish.
  • Valid California driver’s license, auto insurance and car.
  • Must be able to conduct telehealth sessions from a private space as needed and participate in a hybrid work schedule, including a minimum of three days per week onsite or as assigned. Employees may elect to work fully onsite if preferred.
  • Knowledge of early childhood development and mental health and the ability to apply this knowledge to relationship based infant/child parent-psychotherapy.
  • Clinical experience providing trauma-informed services to young children and their families.
  • Ability to accurately form diagnostic assessments of the mental health needs of young children, and to work under pressure of crisis situations at times.
  • Ability to establish and sustain therapeutic alliance with young children and family members of diverse cultural backgrounds, with a commitment to cultural sensitivity and awareness.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and work independently on a day-today basis clinically, legally and ethically, and to consult with supervisor when appropriate.
  • Must have working knowledge of all laws pertaining to mental health in general and child abuse in particular and be able to apply them in everyday practice.
  • Prior home- or community-based clinical experience is a plus.
  • Some experience with providing clinical services via telehealth would be very helpful.

Working Conditions:

  • This position requires travel throughout the community, including providing services in children’s homes and other community-based settings.
  • Must have reliable transportation, a valid California driver’s license, and maintain current automobile insurance.

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to lift 15 pounds
  • Able to sit on floor with children for short and long periods of time
  • Able to stand for short and long periods of time
  • Able to bend over or kneel to meet needs of children
  • Able to run after and catch a child if necessary

Family Intervention Specialist

$27-$30 an hour (Full-Time)

Job Purpose:

To provide individualized, strengths-based behavioral support services to children and families through a family-centered, reflective, and culturally responsive approach. The Family Intervention Specialist partners with children, caregivers, and Child and Family Teams to improve functioning, strengthen caregiver capacity, promote positive behavioral outcomes, and support permanency and placement stability.

The Family Intervention Specialist provides family-centered services across multiple We Care programs, including ICC/IHBS, High-Fidelity Wraparound (Family Specialist), and Behavioral Support. Services are tailored to the unique strengths, needs, and treatment goals of each child and family. Depending on the level of need, services may range from routine behavioral support and caregiver coaching to more intensive, short-term IHBS interventions designed to stabilize behaviors, strengthen caregiver capacity, and help children remain safely in their homes and communities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provide Behavioral Support and/or IHBS services to children and families involved in, or at risk of, foster care placement.
  • Deliver individualized, strengths-based, and needs-driven interventions in home, school, community, and other natural settings.
  • Partner with caregivers to identify strengths, develop goals, and implement effective behavioral strategies that support positive outcomes across environments.
  • Provide coaching, modeling, skill-building, and reflective support to children and caregivers, focusing on emotional regulation, communication, social skills, problem-solving, adaptive functioning, and positive behavior development.
  • Conduct regular face-to-face visits and collateral contacts with caregivers and other identified supports.
  • Support children and families in achieving treatment plan goals through creative, flexible, and family-centered interventions.
  • Collaborate with Child and Family Teams (CFTs), ICC Coordinators, Wraparound teams, clinicians, schools, preschool programs, and other service providers to ensure coordinated care.
  • Participate in CFTs, treatment meetings, and other team meetings as appropriate.
  • Provide advocacy, linkage, and case management support to promote family stability and access to resources.
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with State, County, and We Care requirements.
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with families, team members, and community partners.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Mental Health Director

Qualifications:

  • BA required and experience in providing behavioral support and interventions with children 0 through 6.
  • Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written) preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to unite family members with different points of view around common treatment goals and the ability to negotiate disputes.
  • The ability to be able to prioritize, plan activities and use time effectively as well as complete project and reports in a timely fashion.
  • The ability to work as a team player with diverse populations.
  • The ability to empathize, support and share knowledge with the family based on learning and experience
  • Must be able to comply with HIPPA regulations and maintain confidentiality.
  • Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to prioritize, plan work activities, and use time effectively. Must be able to be self-sufficient and work independently.

Working Conditions:

  • This position requires travel throughout the community, including providing services in children’s homes and other community-based settings.
  • Must have reliable transportation, a valid California driver’s license, and maintain current automobile insurance.

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to lift 15 pounds
  • Able to sit on floor with children for short and long periods of time
  • Able to stand for short and long periods of time
  • Able to bend over or kneel to meet needs of children
  • Able to run after and catch a child if necessary
 

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume by email only to: 

dneely@wecarechildren.org

Please list the job title for the position that you are applying for in the subject of the email.

Pre-Employment

All positions require fingerprint clearance including criminal background check as well as passing a standard physical with TB clearance.

We Offer

  • Full-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and many other voluntary coverage, 403(b) retirement savings plan,

  • 11 Paid Holiday accrued vacation, and accrued sick time available.

  • Rewarding work environment with passion-driven team dedicated to social good

  • Flexible work schedule, with attention to work/life balance

  • On the job training and career development

Thank you for your interest in joining the We Care family.