Clinical Consultant/Educator - Jewish Family and Children's Services - Palo Alto, California, United States

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:30:10 -0600

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 (depending on experience)

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

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.