Specialist: Mental Health/School Wellness:- 40 Hours/Week (Current Employees) at Irvine Unified School District

The Irvine Unified School District comprises a diverse population of more than 36,000 PK-12 students in one early childhood learning center, 24 elementary schools, five K-8 schools, six middle schools, five high schools and one alternative high school. IUSD schools have been nationally recognized for comprehensive programs in academics, the arts, and athletics.

Under the supervision of the Coordinator-Mental Health, provides mental health support services including counseling, case management, interventions, risk assessment, crisis coordination, management and treatment plans for general education students; plans and conducts mental health trainings for students, families and staff throughout the District. 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field and three years experience working with families or school age children in an educational, individual or family therapy services setting. Experience working with “at risk” students preferred. 

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and/or Licensed Clinical Psychologist or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. A PPS in Counseling could be substituted for the above license with candidates understanding that they are hired into the classified service. • Valid California Class C Driver’s License 

https://iusd.org/sites/default/files/documents/specialist-mental_health_school_wellness-revised_7-6-22.pdf

Please review the requirements of this position in the attached job description. By submitting an application, candidates are confirming that they meet the educational and experience levels as well as any license requirements listed for this position. Applicants are required to have passed their 6 month probationary period in their current position before being eligible to apply for a new position. If you aren't sure if you have passed your probationary period please contact Human Resources at 949-936-5130. Please note that these are Classified positions and follow the Classified salary schedule. Please attach one of the following licenses as certification: -Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), -Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and/or -Licensed Clinical Psychologist or -Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. A PPS in Counseling could be substituted for the above license with candidates understanding that they are hired into the classified service.

$8,226 to $10,252 per month

IUSD offers a comprehensive health benefits program for employees who work 30 hours or more per week. The district pays most of the cost of medical, dental and vision insurance for all eligible employees. Req# 4516, 4247