Certified Wellness Coach I at San Luis Obispo County Office of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Certified Wellness Coach (CWC) I is a state-certified profession established by California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information as part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative. A CWC I may operate as part of a care team and under the direction of a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credentialed or licensed professional. A CWC I provides care to students through prevention and early intervention. These services support overall physical, emotional, social and mental well-being. This role will predominantly serve students on school sites and/or in preschool classrooms. The CWC I supports youth mental health by supporting the youth in skills training, repetition, and practicing skills. The role of the CWC I is to offer non-clinical services, prevention and early intervention services that support the behavioral health and well-being of children and youth. CWC qualifications include, but are not limited to: psychoeducation, system navigation, crisis de-escalation, safety planning, coping skills, and motivational interviewing. CWCs will engage and support children and youth in cultural, linguistic, and age-appropriate services, with the ability to refer and link to higher levels of care, as needed.
Requirements / Qualifications
1. Associate’s Degree or higher, with preferred degree major in Social Work, Health and Human Services, Addiction Studies, Child Development/Early Intervention, Psychology, or Sociology, and adequate work and/or volunteer experience providing services in relevant fields to meet certification requirements. 2. Current certification as Wellness Coach I or II or Registered Certified Wellness Coach through the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (CDHCAI). 3. Experience working in an educational setting or other youth-oriented program supporting student behavior and mental health needs. 4. First Aid and CPR certification (provided by SLOCOE) must be obtained within 130 days of employment. 5. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification (provided by SLOCOE) must be obtained within 130 days of employment (in designated settings). 6. Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance as required by California Education Code. 7. May require a valid California driver’s license as assigned.
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume (Please include job history including dates of employment )
Requirements / Qualifications
1. Associate’s Degree or higher, with preferred degree major in Social Work, Health and Human Services, Addiction Studies, Child Development/Early Intervention, Psychology, or Sociology, and adequate work and/or volunteer experience providing services in relevant fields to meet certification requirements. 2. Current certification as Wellness Coach I or II or Registered Certified Wellness Coach through the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (CDHCAI). 3. Experience working in an educational setting or other youth-oriented program supporting student behavior and mental health needs. 4. First Aid and CPR certification (provided by SLOCOE) must be obtained within 130 days of employment. 5. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification (provided by SLOCOE) must be obtained within 130 days of employment (in designated settings). 6. Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance as required by California Education Code. 7. May require a valid California driver’s license as assigned.
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume (Please include job history including dates of employment )
Comments and Other Information
This recruitment serves to fill a current vacancy and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies within 6 months.
All applicants must meet minimum qualifications in order to be considered. Please review the job description carefully before applying to ensure you meet the job requirements. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
SLOCOE does not participate in Social Security but contributes to PERS. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance and paid sick, vacation and personal leave.
Comments and Other Information
This recruitment serves to fill a current vacancy and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies within 6 months.
All applicants must meet minimum qualifications in order to be considered. Please review the job description carefully before applying to ensure you meet the job requirements. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
SLOCOE does not participate in Social Security but contributes to PERS. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance and paid sick, vacation and personal leave.
Application Deadline
11/13/2025 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
7/11/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$23.27 - $44.81 Per Hour
$23.27 - $44.81 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Salary Grade 29: $23.27 - $44.81/hour. Salary range represents steps 1-25. Salary step placement is determined by directly related experience & education in accordance with Merit System Rule 4872.1. Step placement beyond step 13 requires Cabinet approval
Length of Work Year
School Year Calendar - 175 work days per year, Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day.
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Paso Robles, Marie Bauer, Early Education Center. Certified Wellness Coach services may be provided at schools, SLOCOE offices or during home visits.