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Job description
Step into a fulfilling role supporting high school students as a Mental Health Case Worker for the academic year! Work with grades 9-12 to make a lasting difference in students' emotional well-being and social development. This is a contract opportunity located near Hayward, CA, working alongside a dedicated educational community and a collaborative team.
Your expertise as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) will help guide youth through challenges and promote healthy coping strategies, both in group and individual settings. With a small, manageable caseload of 28-30 students, you'll have the opportunity to provide focused, meaningful support.
Qualifications:
Active LMFT or LCSW license (required)
Experience working in school settings or with adolescent populations preferred
Strong understanding of counseling, case management, and crisis intervention
Empathetic communicator with excellent listening and documentation abilities
Familiarity with relevant school special education or social-emotional programs is a plus
Responsibilities: Provide direct mental health counseling and case management services to high school students
Develop and implement individualized service plans, collaborating with education staff, families, and community providers
Facilitate group and one-on-one sessions to address social, behavioral, and emotional needs
Maintain compliant documentation and participate in student support meetings as necessary
Offer crisis intervention and referrals to outside agencies when appropriate
Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive school climate
This contract runs from August 12, 2026, through June 3, 2027. The school day runs from 8:15am to 3:45pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch and 35 billable hours weekly.
Take your career to the next level by providing essential mental health services where they're needed most. If you're ready to empower and uplift students during a crucial time in their lives, we encourage you to apply today!
Compensation for this position ranges from $38.96 to $58.96. 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
hayward, CA, 94557, US
Who can apply
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