#19-20-10 Mental Health Therapist at AchieveKids
About the Employer
For over 60 years, AchieveKids has offered a place where acceptance is key to our community. AchieveKids received full accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and specializes in creating learning for students ages 5 to 22 with severe emotional and/or developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, mood, disruptive behavior, and anxiety disorders. Our innovative teachers, paraprofessionals, behavioral health team, and speech therapists work collaboratively to create opportunity and independence in the lives of the students in our community. This interdisciplinary team becomes a skillful problem solving group that instructs, guides and assists these students toward greater independence and self-reliance, enabling a path to a brighter future. With a campus in Palo Alto and in San Jose, we serve multiple school districts throughout the Bay Area. AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs. The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.
Job Summary
Job Summary
This is a regular, full-time, exempt position that reports to the Director of Education. As a Mental Health Therapist, you are committed to upholding AchieveKids’ values and beliefs to help students achieve the maximum possible self-reliance and quality of life. You strive to meet the needs of complex learners by providing students, classroom groups, and families with positive energy and a strength-based approach. You collaborate with other members of the Clinical Services team and school staff to support students in finding success within their communities.
Requirements / Qualifications
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct clinical services including individual, group and family therapy sessions, psycho-social assessment, and goal planning/tracking. Provide direct support and consultation services to clients and staff members and other professionals. Deliver training and education to other team members and clients on assigned topics within scope of practice. Facilitate open communication, the team process within the Agency, and a positive attitude toward program function and general Agency goals. Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team that includes Special Education Teachers, Behavior Specialists, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Program Counselors in a classroom milieu.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in a relevant field, with valid CA clinical license (LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW). Associate level license is also eligible to apply. Experience supporting youth with severe behavioral, developmental, and emotional difficulties CA Driver's License and Auto Insurance as this position may drive as an essential function Clean California DMV record required Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen Ability to pass DOJ fingerprint background check TB Clearance
Requirements / Qualifications
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct clinical services including individual, group and family therapy sessions, psycho-social assessment, and goal planning/tracking. Provide direct support and consultation services to clients and staff members and other professionals. Deliver training and education to other team members and clients on assigned topics within scope of practice. Facilitate open communication, the team process within the Agency, and a positive attitude toward program function and general Agency goals. Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team that includes Special Education Teachers, Behavior Specialists, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Program Counselors in a classroom milieu.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in a relevant field, with valid CA clinical license (LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW). Associate level license is also eligible to apply. Experience supporting youth with severe behavioral, developmental, and emotional difficulties CA Driver's License and Auto Insurance as this position may drive as an essential function Clean California DMV record required Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen Ability to pass DOJ fingerprint background check TB Clearance
Comments and Other Information
PAY RANGE
The pay range for this position is $6,309.33 - $7,74.31 per month ($75,712 to $92,968 annually). The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal equity, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
This range represents base salary only and one aspect of the total rewards package. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
BENEFITS
Generous Total Rewards Package!
7 paid weeks off, plus additional time off accrual
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
Retirement plan with generous company match
Scholarship and Grant opportunities
Tuition and professional development assistance
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
EAP, Travel Assistance, Will Prep, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program, and more!
A fun, positive, and strength-based learning environment!
Comments and Other Information
PAY RANGE
The pay range for this position is $6,309.33 - $7,74.31 per month ($75,712 to $92,968 annually). The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal equity, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
This range represents base salary only and one aspect of the total rewards package. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
BENEFITS
Generous Total Rewards Package!
7 paid weeks off, plus additional time off accrual
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
Retirement plan with generous company match
Scholarship and Grant opportunities
Tuition and professional development assistance
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
EAP, Travel Assistance, Will Prep, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program, and more!
A fun, positive, and strength-based learning environment!
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
3/19/2025
Contact
Pura Martinez
(650) 494-1200 116
(650) 494-1200 116
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
6309.33 - 7747.31 Monthly
6309.33 - 7747.31 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
paid bi-weekly
Length of Work Year
218 days
Employment Type
Full Time