School Counselor - Oakland, CA

Make an immediate impact as a bilingual Spanish-speaking school counselor, supporting student mental health across multiple school sites during the 2026-2027 academic year. This contract opportunity centers on Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) and is ideal for passionate clinicians looking to empower youth through direct, on-site engagement. Your expertise will provide critical support for students from early childhood through transition age, working districtwide in a dynamic and diverse urban setting.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (non-negotiable; interviews conducted in both languages)
• An active Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) number—must be fully licensed (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) or registered associate (AMFT, APCC, ASW) actively accruing hours under supervision for full licensure.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, clinical psychology, or a related field.
• At least 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience (for licensure path clinicians).
• Successful completion of the California Law & Ethics Exam, and clinical licensing exam as applicable.
• Ability and willingness to provide two supervisor references after interview.
• Ability to pass Live Scan fingerprinting background check.
• Commitment to working exclusively on-site across up to three school locations as an itinerant support professional.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver evidence-based mental health services to students, addressing social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and support staff to coordinate interventions.
• Maintain compliance with IEPs and federal/state guidelines for ERMHS.
• Support a diverse student population as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and communication for caseload accountability.

This contract spans August 2026 through June 2027, offering a full-time, 35-hour workweek and rewarding professional experience in a high-impact educational setting.

If you are a qualified, bilingual Spanish clinician ready to make a meaningful difference for Bay Area students, submit your resume, two reference contacts, and proof of active BBS registration. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis—apply today to secure your spot!

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.