Mental Health and Social Services Specialist (full-time with FREE benefits) - HBUHSD
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Mental Health and Social Services Specialist coordinates and provides professional mental health and social services to students, parents, and District personnel. Services include individual, group, and family therapy; clinical assessments; and consultation. Work is performed in students’ homes and at school sites. The role ensures compliance with applicable State and Federal laws, codes, and regulations related to student support and wellness services, including HIPAA and FERPA, and performs other related duties as assigned. The current opening is at Fountain Valley High School. This is an open recruitment, and the eligibility list may be used for future District vacancies for one year.
Requirements
- Possession of a valid and appropriate California driver's license.
- Possession of, or being in the process of obtaining, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license.
- Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related field that qualifies the candidate to obtain an MFT or LCSW license.
- Two years of professional experience providing therapeutic mental health and/or social services to children and/or adolescents.
- Submit a letter of introduction.
- Submit two dated and signed recent letters of recommendation or character recommendations; recent is defined as within the last two years.
- Submit a copy of an MFT and/or LCSW license, if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with “at promise” students.
- Experience providing therapeutic mental health and social services in a school setting.
- Experience working in public education.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and provide professional mental health and social services to students, parents, and District personnel.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy.
- Conduct clinical assessments and provide consultative services.
- Deliver services in students’ homes and at school sites.
- Ensure compliance with applicable State and Federal laws, codes, and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free benefits are mentioned in the job title; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
