School Based Mental Health Specialist

Job Summary

Under the direction of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) Senior Management and the Coordinator IV, School Based Mental Health Services, this position will conduct comprehensive assessments and implement therapeutic services using current principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy and various treatment modalities; for students within San Joaquin County including special education students within special day classes for students with Emotional Disturbances receiving services as part of an Individual Education Plan (IEP). Provide trainings and/or consultation to SELPA/Special Education, School Districts or County program personnel; conduct home visits as needed, provide, and attend professional development opportunities, provide classroom strategy recommendations to teachers, and other IEP team members, support students through transitions into full continuum of educational placement options and respective to least restrictive environments; maintain appropriate documentation, records, and reports. Understand and have the ability to work and interact with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds. Demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral and written) characterized by active listening and respectful interactions. Must follow Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, confidentiality and mandated reporting practices, California Education and Business and Profession Code. Must collect data and participate in the program evaluation. Complete other related work as assigned.

Length of Work Year

202 Workdays, Monday - Friday

Requirements / Qualifications

Possess a Masters Degree in related area of service and possess applicable licensure (including, but not limited to: Marriage Family Therapist and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Psychologist, Associate Clinical Social Worker, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), and be registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). Knowledge and experience of currently accepted treatment methodologies for students diagnosed with a mental health disorder. Experience working collaboratively Local Education Agencies (LEA) and other educational affiliations.

Please be advised that your application will be considered incomplete if a formal letter of introduction, resume and three letters of reference are not attached to your on-line application. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-9281.

• Certification
• Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Professional Letters of Recommendation)
• Resume