School Counselor | Daly City, California

Make a meaningful impact on students’ lives by delivering Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) across a dynamic school district in the Daly City/San Francisco area. This contract position runs from August 11, 2026, through June 2, 2027, offering an opportunity to support young learners districtwide as an itinerant clinician. Multiple school sites need your expertise, as you join peers committed to fostering emotional well-being and success from early childhood through transition-aged youth.

Preferred Skills & Credentials:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field
• Active registration as an Associate (AMFT, APCC, or ASW) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS); BBS number required
• Currently accumulating hours toward full licensure (e.g., LPCC, LMFT, or LCSW) as described by state guidelines
• At least 3,000 hours of supervised work experience or in progress over 104 calendar weeks
• Successful completion of California Law and Ethics Exam; ability to meet relevant clinical licensing exams
• Experience in mental health counseling in a school or pediatric setting strongly preferred
• Proficiency delivering services to diverse populations and collaborating with educational teams
• Live Scan fingerprinting/background check required

Primary Duties:

• Provide direct ERMHS therapy and counseling to students districtwide
• Maintain a flexible, itinerant schedule to support multiple sites (EC–Transition-aged clients)
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary professionals to develop intervention strategies
• Complete thorough documentation and comply with all district, state, and federal standards
• Take part in team meetings and offer crisis intervention as needed

Districts in California seek dedicated mental health professionals who are passionate about nurturing resilience and promoting academic and personal growth. Take this opportunity to expand your professional journey in a forward-thinking, supportive environment.

If you are ready to bring your counseling skills to a vibrant educational community, submit your application, resume, and proof of licensure today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $37.13 to $57.13. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.