CLINICAL SCHOOL THERAPIST en Downey Unified School District

Downey Unified School District (DUSD) is located approximately 12 miles south of Los Angeles, offering easy access to scenic mountains and beaches. For decades, DUSD has maintained a reputation for excellence, driven by our unwavering mantra, “Our Kids Deserve the Best.” This philosophy guides every decision and daily practice, ensuring that students receive the highest quality education and support.

The Clinical School Therapist (CST’s) works within their credential and licensure based on guidelines defined by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. CST’s support the social-emotional wellness of students and families across school settings and provide guidance to staff in supporting students’ wellness and mental health. CST’s provide intensive mental health and behavioral services for students inclusive of assessment, counseling, consultation, treatment, and case management for individuals, groups, and families.

ALL applicants must apply at www.Edjoin.org. Current DUSD employees wishing to be considered for this position ONLY NEED TO UPLOAD a letter of interest to Alyda R. Mir, Assistant Superintendent, Certificated Human Resources, emphasizing their experience and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and one letter of recommendation from a DUSD administrator, no less than one year old. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2025 ~ 4:00PM.

Possession of a valid Pupil Personnel Services credential, including a Master’s Degree, authorizing services in school counseling and/or school social work issued by the State of California, AND a California State License in Marriage and Family Therapy and/or Clinical Social Work and/or Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling. • Bilingual (Spanish) highly desirable. • A minimum of two (2) years of experience. • Ability to work effectively in a multi-ethnic community. • Ability to conduct oneself in a manner to which reflects a positive emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Valid California Driver’s License.

(includes Master’s stipend of $801 + CST stipend of $6,285) Other stipends if applicable: Doctorate - $3,291

It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Downey Unified School District shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and shall not be excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of any program or activity, except as provided for by law or regulation. The Board of Education also requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when it is safe to do so and when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying.