Mental Health Counseling Specialist at Sonoma County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE) works to engage, support, and empower our region’s 40 public school districts. Together, these districts operate more than 170 schools and serve more than 64,000 students. Our staff of more than 300 recognizes the historical and systemic oppression within education and commits to disrupting and transforming the systems that perpetuate inequities. We are dedicated to ensuring all students have access to rich educational opportunities in safe, supportive learning environments where all students thrive and feel like they belong. SCOE is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on gender, color, race, ancestry, creed, religion, national origin, age, handicap or disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factor rendered unlawful by federal, state, or local law.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the director of behavioral health services, provides mental health services to students, including counseling and consulting to assist in meeting the social, emotional and educational needs of students in Sonoma County public schools.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: • A Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC), Clinical Social Worker (CSW), or a field related to the knowledge and abilities required of this classification from an institute of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation is required. • Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and working toward Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) licensure is required. • Candidates in this position are encouraged to pursue a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential in the areas of School Social Work, School Counseling and/or School Psychology. • One (1) year of fieldwork in an accredited social work, counseling or related program. Experience: • At least (1) year experience as a professional (Intern year will be considered) in a school district is desirable. • A background or experience/interest working with students with issues related to trauma.
Application Procedure: A complete application for the position shall include copies or proof of all items listed below. Applicants submitting incomplete applications will not be considered for employment. All applications will be reviewed upon receipt. 1) A complete and dated on-line Edjoin application 2) A letter describing personal qualifications and reason/s for interest in the position 3) Three (3) letters of recommendation (within the past year) 4) A Resume 5) Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC), Clinical Social Worker (CSW), or a field related to the knowledge and abilities required of this classification from an institute of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation is required. 6) Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and working toward Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) licensure is required.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: • A Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC), Clinical Social Worker (CSW), or a field related to the knowledge and abilities required of this classification from an institute of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation is required. • Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and working toward Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) licensure is required. • Candidates in this position are encouraged to pursue a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential in the areas of School Social Work, School Counseling and/or School Psychology. • One (1) year of fieldwork in an accredited social work, counseling or related program. Experience: • At least (1) year experience as a professional (Intern year will be considered) in a school district is desirable. • A background or experience/interest working with students with issues related to trauma.
Application Procedure: A complete application for the position shall include copies or proof of all items listed below. Applicants submitting incomplete applications will not be considered for employment. All applications will be reviewed upon receipt. 1) A complete and dated on-line Edjoin application 2) A letter describing personal qualifications and reason/s for interest in the position 3) Three (3) letters of recommendation (within the past year) 4) A Resume 5) Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC), Clinical Social Worker (CSW), or a field related to the knowledge and abilities required of this classification from an institute of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation is required. 6) Registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) and working toward Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) licensure is required.
Comments and Other Information
**TB clearance is required
Comments and Other Information
**TB clearance is required