School Based Therapist- Permanent & Substitute

Salary : $44.10 - $49.64 Hourly

Location : Administrative Center, CA

Job Type : Full-time Regular

Job Number : 25-SBT-001

Department : Student Support Services

Opening Date : 05 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Summary

Salary Range : 600

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Under the direction of the Director of Educationally Related Intensive Counseling Services (ERICS), the School Based Therapist provides educationally related intensive counseling to students in special education. The School Based Therapist consults with pertinent school staff and district personnel as it relates to the student and provides parent counseling as it relates to the student's disability. The School Based Therapist completes required documentation, writes measurable goals, and participates in various trainings and Individualized Education Program (IEP) team meetings.Under the direction of the Director of Educationally Related Intensive Counseling Services (ERICS), the School Based Therapist provides educationally related intensive counseling to students in special education. The School Based Therapist consults with pertinent school staff and district personnel as it relates to the student and provides parent counseling as it relates to the student's disability. The School Based Therapist completes required documentation, writes measurable goals, and participates in various trainings and Individualized Education Program (IEP) team meetings.

The School Based Therapist is a professional provider of counseling services to students and / or parents. Required experience may be gained through District employment as a pre-licensed therapist. Advancement to this position is based on need and compliance with the requirements of the position, including proper state licensure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides individual, familyand / or group counseling as stated in the student's (IEP).
• Provides parent counseling and training to assist parents in understanding the special needs of their child, provides information about child development, and assists parents in the acquisition of necessary skills to support implementation of the IEP or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Assists parents in accessing and utilizing community resources.
• Develops measurable counseling goals and reports quarterly progress on those goals.
• Attends and participates in IEP meetings.
• Consults and collaborates with other staff members.
• Participates in case consultation.
• Prepares and maintains Local Education Agency (LEA) Medi-Cal billing.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) regulations.
• Attends trainings and workshops as directed by the Director ofERICS.
• May provide clinical supervision to pre-licensed therapists.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Knowledge and Skills

Abilities

Physical Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Master's Degree or higher in Marriage and Family Therapy, counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related field. Two years of related experience, which includes :

Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential preferred. Experience providing clinical supervision to pre-licensed therapists preferred.

Licenses and Certificates

Valid California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) or Valid California Board of Psychology license; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.). Valid California driver's license.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.

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Do you have the following education : Master's Degree (or higher) in Marriage and Family Therapy, counseling, psychology, social work or a closely related field?

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Do you have at least two years of the following experience :

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Do you have, or will you have at the time of employment, the following licenses and certificates :

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Please provide your license / certificate number (if applicable) :

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Do you have a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential?

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Do you have experience providing clinical supervision to pre-licensed therapists?

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Do you have, or can you obtain a California valid driver's license prior to employment?

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Are you interested in SUBSTITUTE School Based Therapist opportunities?

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Are you able to perform all of the job duties outlined in the job description?

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I verify that all of the answers I have provided are truthful and an accurate representation of my education and experience. I understand that at any time during the selection process, I may be required to provide proof of my education, experience, and any relevant certifications. Failure to provide documentation or failure to answer these questions honestly will result in the disqualification of my application. I have read and understand this statement.

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