School Counselor | Oakland, California

Bring your passion for student mental health to a district-wide contract opportunity supporting the social-emotional wellbeing of young learners! This role offers a chance to make a real difference across multiple school locations, providing itinerant Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) from early childhood through transition-aged youth. You’ll collaborate with dedicated educational professionals and become an essential resource for students navigating academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

Your expertise will be valued as you deliver on-site counseling services to school communities throughout the district during the academic year, August 11, 2026, through June 2, 2027. Join a mission-driven environment where your skills in advocacy, intervention, and consultation will be at the forefront of each student’s success.

Qualifications:

• Active licensure in California as an LPCC, LMFT, or LCSW, or registration as an Associate (AMFT, APCC, or ASW) with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS)
• Completion of a master’s or doctoral degree in a relevant behavioral health field
• Minimum 3,000 hours of supervised experience aligned with licensure application requirements
• Experience delivering mental health support in school or youth-focused settings highly desirable
• Current in-depth knowledge of BBS standards for ERMHS roles
• Ability to pass mandatory Live Scan fingerprinting and background check

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site, individualized and group counseling as outlined in student IEPs
• Consult with school teams, families, and administrators across multiple district locations
• Conduct risk assessments, develop support plans, and document interventions per state guidelines
• Serve as a mental health advocate and resource for staff, parents, and community partners

Ready to grow your impact while working with a supportive district? If you are a compassionate, licensed mental health professional seeking a meaningful, school-based contract role, apply today with your resume, proof of licensure, and supervisor reference. Your expertise will help shape brighter futures!

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.