Certified Wellness Coach (CWC) I/II

Certified Wellness Coach CWC III at San Luis Obispo County Office of Education

Share on X Print Application Deadline: 31/02/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted: 22/06/2026 Contact Laura Takken Number of Openings: 1 Salary: Pay dependent on experience Addl Salary Info CWC I - Grade 29 pay range: $23.27 - $44.81 CWC II - Grade 32 pay range: $25.06 - $42.85 Salary step placement is determined by directly related experience & education per Merit System Rule 4872.1 Placement beyond step 13 requires Cabinet approval.

Length of Work Year: 192 Work Days M-F 7:30am - 4:00pm Employment Type: Full Time Location: San Luis Obispo, CA Anticipated Start Date: Spring 2026

Job Summary

The Certified Wellness Coach CWC III is a state-certified profession established by Californias Department of Health Care Access and Information as part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative. A CWC III may operate as part of a care team and under the direction of a Pupil Personnel Services PPS credentialed or licensed professional. A CWC III provides care to students through prevention and early intervention. These services support overall physical, emotional, social, and mental well-being. This role will predominantly serve students on school sites and/or in preschool classrooms. The CWC III supports youth mental health by supporting the youth in skills training, repetition, and practicing skills. The role of the CWC III is to offer non-clinical services, prevention, and early intervention services that support the behavioral health and well-being of children and youth.

CWC qualifications include but are not limited to:

• Psychoeducation
• System navigation
• Crisis de-escalation
• Safety planning
• Coping skills
• Motivational interviewing

CWCs will engage and support children and youth in cultural, linguistic, and age-appropriate services with the ability to refer and link to higher levels of care as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications

1. CWC I

   • Associates Degree or higher with preferred degree major in Social Work, Health and Human Services, Addiction Studies, Child Development, Early Intervention Psychology, or Sociology, and adequate work and/or volunteer experience providing services in relevant fields to meet certification requirements.
   • CWC II
   • Bachelors degree or higher with preferred degree major in Social Work, Health and Human Services, Addiction Studies, Child Development, Early Intervention Psychology, or Sociology, and adequate work and/or volunteer experience providing services in relevant fields to meet certification requirements.

2. Current certification as Wellness Coach I or II or Registered Certified Wellness Coach through the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (CDHCAI).

3. Experience working in an educational setting or other youth-oriented program supporting student behavior and mental health needs.

4. First Aid and CPR certification provided by SLOCOE must be obtained within 130 days of employment.

5. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification provided by SLOCOE must be obtained within 130 days of employment in designated settings.

6. Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance as required by California Education Code.

7. May require a valid California drivers license and compliance with CDE Pupil Transportation Driver Qualification as assigned.

8. Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Required Documents in addition to Application

• Certificate
• Letter of Introduction
• Letters of Recommendation
• Resume

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The CWC I classification is an entry-level position requiring an Associates Degree and supervised hours. The CWC I will work primarily in schools, preschool classrooms, groups, and other community agencies. The CWC Is role is focused on providing prevention and early intervention services for children and youth. It emphasizes basic wellness promotion and engagement under the direction of qualified professionals. The CWC II is a more advanced role that builds on the CWC I responsibilities. It includes enhanced duties related to skills training, emotional regulation, and supporting performance of adaptive behaviors. The CWC II will assume a lead role in delivery of professional development, facilitating surveys, conducting focus groups, and interviews within school settings to identify needs for programming. Builds upon the same qualities but implies a deeper understanding and application of these skills in more complex scenarios and higher levels of care.

Certified Wellness Coach III services may be provided at schools, SLOCOE offices, or during home visits.

This recruitment serves to fill a current vacancy in the Student Programs and Services Department and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies within 6 months. All applicants must meet minimum qualifications in order to be considered. Please review the job description carefully before applying to ensure you meet the job requirements.

SLOCOE does not participate in Social Security but contributes to PERS. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and paid sick vacation and personal leave.

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