Mental Health Clinician, 30 hours per week, 186 work days per year

Live Oak School District

Santa Cruz, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$47.98–$55.65 Per Hour
SKILLS
California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), Case Management, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, English Language, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Reporting Skills, Retirement Plan, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Santa Cruz, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Mental Health Clinician, 30 hours per week, 186 work days per year at Live Oak Elementary School District

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

5/19/2026

Contact

Anisa Muniz

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$47.98 - $55.65 Per Hour

Add''l Salary Info

Includes 14 paid holidays + $1,000 stipend for MA

Length of Work Year

10 months per year, vacation stipend, paid holidays

Employment Type

Full Time

About the Employer

Welcome to Live Oak School District! Our mission is to empower, inspire and ensure equitable opportunities for every student to thrive. We teach and nurture the whole child in an academically rigorous, collaborative and innovative environment. The Live Oak School District was established in 1872 and currently serves approximately 1,700 students in three elementary schools, one middle school, one K-8 independent charter school, and one alternative school. The student population is 50% Hispanic, 31% White, 19% Other, 30% English learner, and 60% Socioeconomically disadvantaged.

Job Summary

Job Summary

We are looking for a talented and committed Mental Health Clinician to play a key role in the establishment of curriculum and culture in our District. If you have a great attitude, a growth mindset, and a focus on providing exceptional customer service, this position is for you! Develops, implements, and maintains a student counseling/therapy program. Coordinates interagency support programs. Collaborates in the implementation of a restorative justice program and participates in conflict resolution. Oversees the Social Emotional Program implemented by the District: Second Step, Conflict Resolution, bullying intervention and digital citizenship. Provides case management, assesses barriers to student's success, makes referrals, provides crisis intervention counseling.

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Requirements / Qualifications

Education, Licenses or Certificates: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Credentialed School Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Educational Psychologist, Credentialed School Psychologist,Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Credentialed School Counselor, PPS. Drivers License and Vehicle required for travel to various locations.

Cover Letter, Application, Resume including a list of three references knowledgeable of the candidate''s most recent work, three current letters of recommendation, copies of the required degree.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education, Licenses or Certificates: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Credentialed School Social Worker, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Educational Psychologist, Credentialed School Psychologist,Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Credentialed School Counselor, PPS. Drivers License and Vehicle required for travel to various locations.

Cover Letter, Application, Resume including a list of three references knowledgeable of the candidate''s most recent work, three current letters of recommendation, copies of the required degree.

Comments and Other Information

Effective written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to effectively complete written reports.

Comments and Other Information

Effective written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to effectively complete written reports.

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