School Counselor - San Francisco, CA

Make a meaningful difference in students’ lives while sharpening your clinical expertise in school-based mental health. Highly skilled counselors are needed to provide Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) throughout a large district near San Francisco, CA. This is a full-time, contract role for the 2026-2027 school year (August 11, 2026 – June 2, 2027) with a 35-hour workweek, serving an itinerant, districtwide EC-Transition caseload.

Qualifications and Licensure Requirements:

• Hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
• Active or eligible California licensure: LPCC, LMFT, or LCSW, per Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) standards
• At least 3,000 hours of supervised experience; registered as an Associate (AMFT, APCC, or ASW) if not fully licensed
• Successful completion of California Law & Ethics Exam and clinical licensing exam as required
• Up-to-date knowledge of state regulations; readiness to comply with Live Scan fingerprinting and background checks
• Experience providing ERMHS or similar mental health services to K-12 students preferred
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organization skills

Role Overview & Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver on-site mental health services for special education and general student populations across multiple district locations
• Conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, and provide direct counseling for social, emotional, and behavioral challenges
• Consult with educational staff and families to promote student well-being and positive school engagement
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with state and district requirements
• Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team in IEP meetings and program development

This contract opportunity offers the chance to be engaged at the forefront of student-centered mental health care with a dynamic and supportive district. If you’re passionate about helping youth thrive and meet the qualifications, we invite you to submit your resume, supervisor reference, proof of licensure, and all required documents today! Your expertise can shape brighter futures. Apply now to make a lasting impact.

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.