School-Based Student Wellness Coach - San Leandro, CA - August 2026 Start

WELLNESS TOGETHER•San Leandro, CA

34d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Wellness Together is seeking a dedicated Certified Wellness Coach (CWC) to be an integral part of a tiered mental health support system. As an extension of the school's mental health specialist, you will provide direct support, focusing on wellness education, skill-building, and proactive support for students not in active crisis. This role is key to ensuring students receive timely and appropriate guidance to enhance their overall school success.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or higher, with preferred degree major in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or a related field, and adequate work and/or volunteer experience providing services in relevant fields to meet certification requirements.
Must have an active certification/ Meet qualifications to be registered as a California Certified Wellness Coach.
0-2+ years of experience working in a school, health, or community setting, preferably with children and adolescents ages 5-18.
Experience working with students, families, and community health/social service agencies.
Strong understanding of adolescent development and behavioral health issues.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish positive, trusting rapport and maintain appropriate boundaries with students.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Proficient in English (required).

Nice To Haves

Fluent in a second language (preferred).

Responsibilities

Deliver social-emotional and behavioral support services through brief wellness check-ins, individual coaching, facilitate small groups, and immediate de-escalation for students experiencing emotional distress.
Manage a student caseload, providing necessary interventions, making referrals to other mental health supports when appropriate, and maintaining clear, accurate documentation of all interactions.
Collaborate closely with school staff to coordinate comprehensive student care, engage families and provide them with community resources, attend relevant student meetings (e.g., SSTs, 504s), and offer bilingual support/translation as needed.