Temporary Mental Health Counselor - 1.0 FTE at Jefferson Union High School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Jefferson Union High School District is currently seeking a Temporary 1.0 FTE Mental Health Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year only. Position will end on 05/28/2027. Come join our JUHSD family where all members of this dynamic team are united by a shared commitment to serve all students in a community where educators are valued as demonstrated by our newly completed employee housing project! About JUHSD JUHSD is a premier learning community where all students advance to and through post-secondary learning and careers. Our community represents a rich diversity of people and cultures which are woven into the fabric of our schools and our District uses our educational systems to right current and historical inequities by examining and understanding how our decision-making reinforces or interrupts injustice. We embrace inclusion, value diversity, and educate ourselves in order to confront and dismantle systemic inequities to bring about a more just society. We are committed to engaging, educating and empowering ALL students, with an intentional focus on those under-served, inadequately served, or disenfranchised by educational institutions and systems, eliminating disparities in educational outcomes. Located just south of San Francisco, Jefferson Union High School District’s boundaries include the communities of Broadmoor, Brisbane, Colma, Daly City, and Pacifica. Our District includes three comprehensive high schools, one alternative high school, one continuation high school, and a Youth Health Center. In total, we serve some 4,100 students. Our Vision: JUHSD provides a safe and caring student-centered learning environment which fosters pride in achievement and in reaching one’s highest academic potential. JUHSD will provide all students with an engaging and culturally relevant education.
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS: •Letter of Introduction •Resumé •Three [3] Current Letters of Reference - One [1] must be from your most recent supervisor - Two [2] of the letters must be less than two years old A Master’s Degree or higher in counseling, psychology, clinical social work, or a closely related field. • At least one of the following: • Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) or Associate with BBS number • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Associate with BBS number • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Associate with BBS number • Masters Degree in School Psychology • Valid California Driver's License • Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred Candidates who meet the minimum screening requirements will be required to take and pass a performance assessment prior to interviewing. Please submit a Letter of Introduction (discuss how your training and experience will serve you in this position), Resumé and Current Letters of Reference to your EdJoin account. Only electronic applications via EdJoin will be considered. For a candidate to be considered, all items must be received by the deadline. Incomplete or late documents will not receive committee consideration.
Requirements / Qualifications
MATERIALS: •Letter of Introduction •Resumé •Three [3] Current Letters of Reference - One [1] must be from your most recent supervisor - Two [2] of the letters must be less than two years old A Master’s Degree or higher in counseling, psychology, clinical social work, or a closely related field. • At least one of the following: • Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) or Associate with BBS number • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Associate with BBS number • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Associate with BBS number • Masters Degree in School Psychology • Valid California Driver's License • Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred Candidates who meet the minimum screening requirements will be required to take and pass a performance assessment prior to interviewing. Please submit a Letter of Introduction (discuss how your training and experience will serve you in this position), Resumé and Current Letters of Reference to your EdJoin account. Only electronic applications via EdJoin will be considered. For a candidate to be considered, all items must be received by the deadline. Incomplete or late documents will not receive committee consideration.
Comments and Other Information
Applications and supporting materials will be reviewed, evaluated, and considered for an interview.
Meeting the minimum qualification does not assure the candidate an interview.
Reference checks will be conducted for finalists.
All materials in the applicant’s file become JUHSD property, will not be returned, and will be considered for this vacancy only.
JUHSD may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill or fill more than one position.
The JUHSD reserves the right to contact former and current employers, as well as others, to investigate job qualifications and past performance of applicants.
The Jefferson Union High School District provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The recruitment, screening, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.
Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on “Help Center” for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EdJoin help desk by calling 888-900-8945.
Only electronic applications via EdJoin will be considered. For a candidate to be considered, all items must be received by the deadline. Incomplete or late documents will not receive committee consideration.
Comments and Other Information
Applications and supporting materials will be reviewed, evaluated, and considered for an interview.
Meeting the minimum qualification does not assure the candidate an interview.
Reference checks will be conducted for finalists.
All materials in the applicant’s file become JUHSD property, will not be returned, and will be considered for this vacancy only.
JUHSD may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill or fill more than one position.
The JUHSD reserves the right to contact former and current employers, as well as others, to investigate job qualifications and past performance of applicants.
The Jefferson Union High School District provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The recruitment, screening, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.
Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on “Help Center” for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EdJoin help desk by calling 888-900-8945.
Only electronic applications via EdJoin will be considered. For a candidate to be considered, all items must be received by the deadline. Incomplete or late documents will not receive committee consideration.
Application Deadline
10/8/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/29/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$90,889 - $130,967 Annually
$90,889 - $130,967 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
A stipend of $1040 for first M.A. or Ed.D./Ph.D and an additional $1040 for second M.A. or Ed.D./Ph.D for a maximum stipend of $2,080. Up to eleven [11] years service credit accepted.
Length of Work Year
2026-2027 School Year Only. 6.5 hours per day. 5 days per week. 10 Months per year.
Employment Type
Full Time, Temporary
Benefits
The District contributes with the employee towards the health benefit package.
Location
District Office - 123 Edgemont Dr Building A, Daly City, CA 94015
JUHSD Equity Statement
The Jefferson Union High School District uses our educational systems to right current and historical inequities by examining and understanding how our decision-making reinforces or interrupts injustice. We embrace inclusion, value diversity, and educate ourselves in order to confront and dismantle systemic inequities to bring about a more just society. JUHSD commits to engaging, educating, and empowering ALL students, with an intentional focus on those under-served or inadequately served.