Santa Clara County Office of Education
Mental Health School Wellness Specialist (Counselors/Social Workers)
Santa Clara County Office of Education, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Job Summary
The Mental Health School Wellness Specialist is responsible for the operation of the Wellness Center at assigned school site(s), including program implementation, day to day operations, coordinating direct services, spearheading schoolwide prevention and education efforts and providing direct services; ensures compliance with applicable State and Federal laws, codes, and regulations (HIPAA and FERPA) related to student support and wellness services; assists with Medi-Cal and insurance billing certification process and billing, and performs related work as required to ensure that all programs are in alignment with the outcomes for student success. This position is contingent upon the receipt of grant funding.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEAny combination equivalent to: Master's in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or related mental health field and one year experience working in an educational or mental health organization working with school aged children in educational, individual, or family therapy service settings. Experience with "at promise" students, and/or experience working in a Wellness/School Based Health Center preferred.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS- Valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential in Social Work, School Psychology or School Counseling (Required)- Possession of a valid California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Counselor or Psychologist issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science (BBS) (Preferred)- Valid California Driver's License
This is a grant-funded position.
Individuals working towards acquiring the credential and/or licensure requirements may be considered for employment on a conditional basis.
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:
Only attach the following materials to your application:
- Cover letter (signed)
- Professional resume
- Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor
- Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire)
- Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC)
- For those currently enrolled in a Pupil Personnel Services Credential program, please submit related documentation.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent
Personnel Services
Santa Clara County Office of Education
1290 Ridder Park Drive
San Jose, Ca 95131
(408) 453-6598
kgill@sccoe.org
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits
To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Santa Clara County office of Education has adopted a policy which requires all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination againstCOVID-19.
Non-Discrimination StatementThe Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.
Please direct concerns to:Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.Assistant SuperintendentPersonnel ServicesSanta Clara County Office of Education1290 Ridder Park DriveSan Jose, Ca 95131(408) 453-6598kgill@sccoe.org
The Mental Health School Wellness Specialist is responsible for the operation of the Wellness Center at assigned school site(s), including program implementation, day to day operations, coordinating direct services, spearheading schoolwide prevention and education efforts and providing direct services; ensures compliance with applicable State and Federal laws, codes, and regulations (HIPAA and FERPA) related to student support and wellness services; assists with Medi-Cal and insurance billing certification process and billing, and performs related work as required to ensure that all programs are in alignment with the outcomes for student success. This position is contingent upon the receipt of grant funding.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEAny combination equivalent to: Master's in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or related mental health field and one year experience working in an educational or mental health organization working with school aged children in educational, individual, or family therapy service settings. Experience with "at promise" students, and/or experience working in a Wellness/School Based Health Center preferred.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS- Valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential in Social Work, School Psychology or School Counseling (Required)- Possession of a valid California license as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Counselor or Psychologist issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science (BBS) (Preferred)- Valid California Driver's License
This is a grant-funded position.
Individuals working towards acquiring the credential and/or licensure requirements may be considered for employment on a conditional basis.
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:
Only attach the following materials to your application:
- Cover letter (signed)
- Professional resume
- Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor
- Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire)
- Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC)
- For those currently enrolled in a Pupil Personnel Services Credential program, please submit related documentation.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent
Personnel Services
Santa Clara County Office of Education
1290 Ridder Park Drive
San Jose, Ca 95131
(408) 453-6598
kgill@sccoe.org
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits
To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Santa Clara County office of Education has adopted a policy which requires all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination againstCOVID-19.
Non-Discrimination StatementThe Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions) sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.
Please direct concerns to:Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.Assistant SuperintendentPersonnel ServicesSanta Clara County Office of Education1290 Ridder Park DriveSan Jose, Ca 95131(408) 453-6598kgill@sccoe.org