Social Work Counselor Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

A Social Work Counselor plays a crucial role in the social service industry by providing essential services to aid and improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. They assess their clients' needs, situations, strengths, and resources to assist and empower them in resolving their problems and improving their wellbeing. Their responsibilities may also include crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, counseling, and prevention programs. Social Work Counselors work in various settings such as hospitals, schools, community agencies, and social service organizations.

Essential skills for a Social Work Counselor include empathy, active listening, organization, critical-thinking, and communication skills. They should have a strong understanding of social diversity and cultural competency as well. A bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) is typically required, while a master's degree in social work (MSW) may be necessary for some positions. Most states require Social Work Counselors to obtain a license or certification. Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Social Work Counselor include Social Work Assistant, Case Manager, and Community Outreach Worker.

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School-Based Counselor

  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Social Work is preferred; candidates actively pursuing either pathway will also be considered....

Community Health Worker - Enhanced Care Management Care Coordinator

  • Healdsburg, CA (13 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Healdsburg, CA (13 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Connect patients to appropriate community resources and social services to address non-medical needs....

Residential Therapist

  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

May assist in educating and training staff on behavior management or therapeutic crisis intervention....

Counselor, Department of Counseling and Psychological Services, CAPS

  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (22 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Faculty Employment Opportunity Job no: 549152 Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian) Location: Sonoma Categories: Temporary, Full Time, Non-Instructional Faculty, Unit 3 CFA...

Therapist (Inpatient) (Santa Rosa)

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 4 days ago

One year of behavioral health experience required. Experience with Severely Mentally Ill and Group Facilitation preferred....

Hybrid Support Counselor - Kaiser Wrap Sonoma

  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Provide counseling and case management services to enrolled youth and families Connect clients and families to community resources and natural supports Offer crisis intervention and...

Bilingual Hybrid Support Counselor - Sonoma

  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Petaluma, CA (16 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES Provide counseling and case management services to enrolled youth and families Connect clients and families to community resources and natural supports Offer crisis intervention and...

Residential Counselor

  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Program live on our campus in a home-like setting, learning and practicing social skills, mood and behavior management, frustration tolerance and interpersonal dynamics with the support of Residential Counselors...

Overnight Residential Counselor

  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sebastopol, CA (6 miles from Santa Rosa, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Awake Overnight Counselors are responsible for performing these duties during overnight hours and are required to remain awake for the entirety of their shift....

Certified Art Therapist - (Santa Rosa)

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 7 days ago

Certified Art Therapist - CTRS REPORTS TO (TITLE): Director of Social Services DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The primary role of the Adjunctive Therapist is to plan and implement therapeutic activities for...

Certified Music Therapist

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 8 days ago

Regularly communicates with community resources and community partners to schedule hospital groups pertaining to canine therapy, music therapy, equestrian therapy, and other community-based resources...

Juvenile Correctional Counselor I

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities include: Communicating directly with detained youths on an individual or group basis and mentoring, counseling, and applying crisis intervention skills Directly supervising youth in...

Licensed Crisis Stabilization Unit Counselor

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 24 days ago

Licensed Crisis Stabilization Unit Counselors in the Behavioral Health Division provide recovery-oriented behavioral health interventions and services to adults, families, and children....

Registered Crisis Stabilization Unit Counselor

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 24 days ago

Under the direct supervision of licensed Behavioral Health staff in the Behavioral Health Division, you will learn to apply clinical skills in a dynamic environment, providing immediate and compassionate...

Family Support Counselor

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Pay Range: $21.51 - $29.58 Education Variable Pay: $1.00 - $3.00/hr Bilingual Variable Pay: $1.92/hr Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the assigned Supervisor, the Family Support Counselor...

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Social Work Counselor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Social Work
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Salary for Social Work Counselor Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

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Highest Education Level

Social Work Counselors in Santa Rosa, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
52.8%
Bachelor's Degree
31.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.0%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Work Counselors in Santa Rosa, CA
2-4 years
39.3%
Less than 1 year
27.4%
None
17.4%
1-2 years
8.4%
8-10 years
7.6%



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