Mental Health Case Worker

San Diego Unified School District • San Diego, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The San Diego Unified School District is seeking professionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities they serve. The Mental Health Case Worker will determine eligibility for services, assess needs, and provide case management as an unlicensed qualified mental health professional to students diagnosed with mental health problems. This is a promotional/open opportunity.

Requirements

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or mental health counseling.
• One year of experience with children and adolescents in a mental health setting.
• Must be registered with the California State licensing board toward obtaining a mental health clinician license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist prior to employment.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
• Availability of private transportation.
• Online employment application.
• Completed online employment application submitted/received electronically by the closing date.
• Application MUST include all required attachments, current and previous employment history and education to evaluate qualifications, and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and application questions.
• Answer all application questions thoroughly, clearly, and concisely.
• Contact information for three references must be listed in the 'Reference' section of the application.
• Attach Verification of Education (Copy of a degree or official transcript).
• Attach Copy of Licenses and/or Certifications.

Nice To Haves

• Some positions may require bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility of clients for services.
• Assess needs of clients.
• Provide case management services as an unlicensed qualified mental health professional to students diagnosed with mental health problems.

Benefits

• District-paid health and wellness benefits for the employee and their eligible dependents (for positions greater than 20 hours per week).
• Mileage expense allowance provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level