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Job Title:

Mental Health Specialist

Division/Program:

School Success Program

Starting Compensation:

22.36 - 26.83 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

San Leandro: San Leandro Center (IN-person position)

Working Hours/Shift:

Monday-Friday, AM Shift

Why Join Our Team? 

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG (qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in a Mental Health Field plus four years’ experience in a mental health field, or
• Master's degree in a Mental Health Field plus two years’ experience in a mental health field
• Above experience should be with children or adolescents (preferred) in residential or outpatient settings.
• Valid California Driver's License.

NOTE: Must possess a valid California Driver's License and maintain a driving record that meets the company driver's eligibility policy.

How you will make a difference (job overview):

This position has primary responsibility for mental health services and case management services to adolescents and their families. The Mental Health Specialist provides mental health services (including assessment and evaluation) and other services to clients referred to the Community Services Program. He/she acts as liaison with external agencies and functions on teams with other clinical & support staff.

Division/Program Overview:

• School based outpatient program 
• Provide services at designated school sites and in the community year round 
• Services offered: Individual, family and group therapy, parent support groups, case management, collaboration with school staff 
• Serve youth ages 5-18 
• Services offered are trauma informed and culturally responsive 

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information:

[email protected]

In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 22.36 - 33.54. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.