Coordinator IV, Mental Health Coordinator, Head Start San Joaquin, Early Education and Support, Educational Services at San Joaquin County Office of Education
About the Employer
Educate, Innovate and Inspire! San Joaquin County Office of Education located in Stockton, CA is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employs over 2,100 classified and certificated employees. SJCOE promotes student achievement and accountability, serves San Joaquin County’s most at-risk students, and strives to create an environment in which every student, regardless of circumstances, has an opportunity for a quality education.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Division Director, Early Education and Support (EESD) and the Head Start San Joaquin (HSSJ) Director, the Head Start San Joaquin Mental Health Coordinator will manage and coordinate the mental component of the Head Start/Early Head Start program. This position will provide leadership; plan, organize, and implement mental health services in collaboration with partner and community agencies for the purpose of increasing support services offered to children and parents receiving Head Start/Early Head Start services. The Head Start San Joaquin Mental Health Coordinator must have the understanding and ability to work and interact with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds. The coordinator must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral and written) characterized by active listening and respectful interactions. **This position is categorically funded.
Requirements / Qualifications
Possess a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related area of service and possess applicable licensure (e.g., Marriage and Family Therapist and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Psychologist, Associate Clinical Social Worker, Registered Associate Marriage, and Family Therapist). Experience providing mental health services to young children and their families. Knowledge and experience of trauma informed practices. Experience working collaboratively with Local Education Agencies (LEA) and/or community social service/mental health agencies.
If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in applying for this position, you must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: one formal letter of interest, a resume and three letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-4856.
- Certification (Copy of License)
- Copy of Transcript (Master's Degree)
- Letter of Introduction (COVER LETTER)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Letters of Recommendation-MUST BE SIGNED BY AUTHOR)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Possess a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related area of service and possess applicable licensure (e.g., Marriage and Family Therapist and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Psychologist, Associate Clinical Social Worker, Registered Associate Marriage, and Family Therapist). Experience providing mental health services to young children and their families. Knowledge and experience of trauma informed practices. Experience working collaboratively with Local Education Agencies (LEA) and/or community social service/mental health agencies.
If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in applying for this position, you must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: one formal letter of interest, a resume and three letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-4856.
- Certification (Copy of License)
- Copy of Transcript (Master's Degree)
- Letter of Introduction (COVER LETTER)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Letters of Recommendation-MUST BE SIGNED BY AUTHOR)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for Information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual Harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for Information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual Harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Application Deadline
2/18/2026 11:45 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/3/2026
Contact
Alex Walling
209-468-4856
209-468-4856
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$561.92 - $661.22 Daily
$561.92 - $661.22 Daily
Add'l Salary Info
Management Salary Schedule, Range 14, plus Educational Degree Stipends ($2,100 Master Degree, $3,000 Doctoral)
Length of Work Year
224 work days, Monday-Friday
Employment Type
Full Time
HRA
HRA#96995
Location
Head Start San Joaquin - 2001 Arch Airport Road, Suite 100 - Stockton, CA 95206
Department
Head Start San Joaquin/Early Education & Support/Educational Services
Additional Information
This position is categorically funded