KIPP - Mental Health Clinician - San Francisco (23-24) ($1,000 Gratitude Bonus) at KIPP Public Schools Northern California - San Francisco
About the Employer
About KIPP Public Schools Northern California We are a thriving nonprofit network of 17 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical partner in making their vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our student community consists of over 6,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. Our student community demographics are: 94% identify as students of color, 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are English language learners, and 10% receive special education services. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Position Summary KIPP Public Schools Northern California is seeking an experienced Mental Health Clinician to provide on-site culturally responsive and trauma informed mental health and socioemotional support to students on campus. In this position, you will provide an array of therapeutic services to youth in a public school-based setting. This role also provides outreach and education on topics of mental health, substance use, and other wellness subject matters as relevant to the immediate school community. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children and adolescents, especially those who have experienced significant trauma in their lives. Reporting to the school leader & receiving coaching from the clinical supervisor, the Mental Health Clinician will provide psychotherapeutic interventions, behavioral supports, and mental health treatment services including counseling, consultation, treatment and case management for students receiving either Educationally Related Mental Health Services or general education counseling.
Requirements / Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications Experience: At least one year (2+ years preferred) of post-master’s experience providing mental health and substance abuse services in school-based settings. At least one year (2+ years preferred) of post-master’s experience providing mental health services in a community mental health setting. Education: Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field. Possession of associate level registration or counseling licensure as dictated by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or Board of Psychology.
Requirements / Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications Experience: At least one year (2+ years preferred) of post-master’s experience providing mental health and substance abuse services in school-based settings. At least one year (2+ years preferred) of post-master’s experience providing mental health services in a community mental health setting. Education: Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field. Possession of associate level registration or counseling licensure as dictated by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or Board of Psychology.