About this opportunity
Soliant Health lists this School Counselor in Berkeley, CA opportunity in berkeley, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Deliver transformative mental health support to students across multiple schools as a bilingual Spanish-speaking counselor. This contract opportunity in the Bay Area is designed for passionate professionals eager to make a positive impact in Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) within a dynamic, urban district setting. You'll play a critical role supporting students from early childhood through transition programs, traveling to various sites and collaborating with school staff, students, and families.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is mandatory-candidates not fluent will not be considered.
Active Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) number is required; you must be fully licensed (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) or an Associate (AMFT, APCC, ASW) actively accruing supervised hours toward full licensure.
Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling, marriage & family therapy, clinical social work, or a related field.
Minimum of 3,000 supervised clinical hours (or in process for associates) and successful completion of relevant state licensing exams.
Live Scan background clearance readiness.
Ability to provide two completed supervisor references upon request.
Role Responsibilities Deliver ERMHS counseling services, both group and 1:1, to students districtwide.
Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and progress reports aligned with district and state guidelines.
Collaborate with teachers, school psychologists, and families to develop and monitor student support plans.
Travel between up to three schools based on district-wide itinerant needs.
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary assessment and intervention planning.
Uphold confidentiality while ensuring compliance with all ethical and legal standards.
This is an on-site, school-based role-remote work and virtual counseling are not options. Two positions available, with full-year commitments from August 2026 through June 2027, 35 hours per week.
If you're a bilingual Spanish-speaking mental health professional ready to support diverse learners and meet California's high standards for licensure, submit your resume, GM worksheet, two supervisor references, and proof of licensure today! Make a meaningful difference - apply now.
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.
Worksite address
berkeley, CA, 94709, US
Who can apply
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