Impactful School-Based Mental Health Counselor

East Side Union High School District; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% benefits coverage for employees

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

East Side Union High School District is seeking an Educationally Related Mental Health Services Provider to deliver assessment, counseling, and mental health supports to students identified through IEPs. You will collaborate with the IEP team and school staff to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs impacting learning.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work or related field with a valid PPS credential, California driver’s license, and ability to travel between district sites.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work or related field and valid PPS Credential.
• Experience counseling school-aged youth preferred.
• Valid California driver’s license; fingerprint clearance and TB certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social, emotional, and mental health assessments as part of the IEP process.
• Provide individual and group counseling to eligible students to support emotional, social, and academic functioning using evidence-based practices.
• Develop and implement intervention plans that support student access to the educational environment.
• Participate actively on IEP teams and provide clinical input on student mental health needs, service recommendations and supports.
• Consult with teachers, administrators, parents, and support staff regarding behavioral and mental health strategies.
• Respond to student crises and assist with safety planning and intervention.
• Coordinate services with community mental health agencies and outside providers when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including assessment reports, progress notes, service logs, and updated goals.
• Assist with Medi-Cal billing documentation and compliance requirements when applicable.
• Provide professional development and consultation to staff on trauma-informed practices and mental health supports.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, including Student Success Teams and other intervention teams.
• Travel between district school sites to provide services.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Adolescent development

School-based mental health

Assessment and therapy

Collaboration

Communication

Confidentiality

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Masters in Social Work or related field

PPS Credential

Job description

East Side Union High School District is seeking an Educationally Related Mental Health Services Provider to deliver assessment, counseling, and mental health supports to students identified through IEPs. You will collaborate with the IEP team and school staff to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs impacting learning.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work or related field with a valid PPS credential, California driver’s license, and ability to travel between district sites.