School Mental Health Counselor in California

School Mental Health Counselor

Are you ready to help students within your community for the upcoming school year 25/26? At AB Staffing, we specialize in placing healthcare providers and school educators in facilities throughout the United States. One of our dedicated and experienced staffing specialists is ready to match your expertise and goals with exciting and rewarding opportunities!

Requirements:

• Graduate degree (M.A., Ed.S., M.S. Ed., Ph.D., Ed.D., or Psy.D.) in psychology, social work, counseling, or similar field of study.
• Valid California LCSW or LMFT license (or state equivalent)
• Experience working with children or adolescents, preferably in a school setting
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed care
• Must have the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; and the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; May include frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting up to approximately 25 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required.

Job Description:

• Caseload and details of position/classroom type will differ based on school location. Recruitment Specialists can discuss in detail upon application to connect you to the classroom and best suits your experience and skillset.
• Contract through the 2025/2026 school year – 35 to 40 hours per week
• Contract follows the academic district calendar

Essential Functions:

• Provide individual and group counseling to students
• Conduct mental health assessments and create treatment plans
• Support crisis intervention and risk assessment as needed
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to address student needs
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation
• Participate in school-wide wellness initiatives and meetings

Salary:

• $2,250 to $2,450 per week

Why choose AB Staffing?

Since 2002, AB Staffing has placed contract employees in positions all across the country. We work directly with school districts nationwide to support their staffing needs in various educational disciplines.

Benefits:

• Dedicated and experienced Education Specialists here to serve you
• Competitive Benefits Package
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plans available
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending available
• Paid vacation time upon eligibility
• Referral bonuses
• WEEKLY Direct Deposit

AB Staffing Solutions, LLC is an EOE, including disability/vets.