Coordinator, Mental Health and Wellness (Classified Management) at Santa Cruz County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is committed to ensuring all students have the educational opportunities they need to thrive. We offer a wide range of services and programs geared at supporting our 10 public school districts and expanding educational opportunities and outcomes for the nearly 40,000 students who call Santa Cruz County home. We envision an impactful educational community where everyone feels they belong and have the resources, relationships, and skills to thrive. Our mission is to create an equitable educational system that fosters growth, opportunities, and well-being for all. We work alongside partners in Santa Cruz County’s educational community to build BRIDGES — Belonging, Relationships, Innovation, Data-informed decision-making, Growth mindsets, Excellence, and Sustainability — to equity in education. The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Job Summary
This position will be assigned to the Student Support Services and Alternative Education Departments: Under the general direction of Director of Behavioral Health and Senior Director of Alternative Education, this position works to assist in the development, expansion, and coordination of mental health supports for Santa Cruz County Office of Education (COE), County districts, schools, staff, students, and families. Primary duties include working to improve outcomes for students by integrating mental health supports in schools, reducing stigma related to mental illness, increasing trauma responsive supports in schools, assisting students in accessing mental health services and increasing the collaboration between schools and partners. This is a classified management position. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please read the complete job description. Education: Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university Experience: Five years experience in direct counseling with a diverse population of students and families, with at least two years of post licensure experience. Collaborative experience including child welfare, mental health, and probation services is preferred. License or Certificate: Valid California Marriage and Family Therapist License or Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist License. Current California Board of Behavioral Sciences six-hour supervision training certification (or obtain within 60 days of hire date). Licensed or registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Professional Clinical Counselor preferred. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.
To be initially considered, an applicant must submit the following: 1. Completed online application 2. A résumé providing educational preparation, including specific degrees; professional experience; and professional references 3. Three recent letters of recommendations Selection Process: All applicants are required to submit an on-line employment application with attached resume and three recommendation letters. In order to identify the most qualified applicants, a paper screening committee will screen all applications. Qualified applicants will be invited to oral board interviews. Finalist candidates will be certified for a final selection interview. If selected, fingerprinting is required. You will need to supply our office with a negative tuberculosis test clearance. The certificate is good for a four-year period. You can have the test done through the Santa Cruz Health Department, Doctors on Duty Clinic or by calling a physician or a clinic of your choice.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please read the complete job description. Education: Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university Experience: Five years experience in direct counseling with a diverse population of students and families, with at least two years of post licensure experience. Collaborative experience including child welfare, mental health, and probation services is preferred. License or Certificate: Valid California Marriage and Family Therapist License or Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist License. Current California Board of Behavioral Sciences six-hour supervision training certification (or obtain within 60 days of hire date). Licensed or registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Licensed Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Professional Clinical Counselor preferred. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license and appropriate vehicle operation insurance.
To be initially considered, an applicant must submit the following: 1. Completed online application 2. A résumé providing educational preparation, including specific degrees; professional experience; and professional references 3. Three recent letters of recommendations Selection Process: All applicants are required to submit an on-line employment application with attached resume and three recommendation letters. In order to identify the most qualified applicants, a paper screening committee will screen all applications. Qualified applicants will be invited to oral board interviews. Finalist candidates will be certified for a final selection interview. If selected, fingerprinting is required. You will need to supply our office with a negative tuberculosis test clearance. The certificate is good for a four-year period. You can have the test done through the Santa Cruz Health Department, Doctors on Duty Clinic or by calling a physician or a clinic of your choice.
Comments and Other Information
Compensation and Benefits:
Eligible candidates may receive 3.0% Master’s Degree stipend; 2.0% Doctorate stipend. Allowances for car and telephone may be provided. This is a 221-day work year position. Benefits include full family medical, dental and vision coverage, 12 days of annual paid sick leave, life insurance, long-term disability and allowance for Professional Dues. Retirement benefits are accrued through the Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). Employees are required to pay their portion of the retirement plan.
Comments and Other Information
Compensation and Benefits:
Eligible candidates may receive 3.0% Master’s Degree stipend; 2.0% Doctorate stipend. Allowances for car and telephone may be provided. This is a 221-day work year position. Benefits include full family medical, dental and vision coverage, 12 days of annual paid sick leave, life insurance, long-term disability and allowance for Professional Dues. Retirement benefits are accrued through the Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). Employees are required to pay their portion of the retirement plan.
Application Deadline
1/12/2025 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
12/5/2024
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Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$109,943.08 - $140,317.32 Annually
$109,943.08 - $140,317.32 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on the 2024-2025 Classified Management Salary Schedule (salary range placement depends on education/experience).
Length of Work Year
221 day work year
Employment Type
Full Time