Where: BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA

Start: 8/4/2024

Hours: 37.5/WK

Duration: 36 wks

Benefit Details:

W2

401K

Benefits

Competitive pay

Full time in-person

Weekly Pay

Interested in hearing more?

Apply now or contact ANA PEREZ Call/Text: Direct: 813.261.7228

Email your UPDATED resume to anaperez@amergis.com

Qualifications:

-CA certified in School Counseling

CASELOAD WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING INTERVIEWS, HOWEVER KEEP IN MIND THAT CASELOAD CAN FLEX UP OR CHANGE BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SCHOOL YEAR DUE TO ENROLLMENT SIZE. CANDIDATE MUST BE FLEXIBLE.

TRAVEL RATE (50 miles or more): $2,385.50 PER WEEK

The School Counselor/School Mental Health Worker provides counseling to students in need of counseling and/or support with their mental health needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides necessary counseling as required for the student and/or as outlined in the students IHP

Evaluates the students psychosocial needs, and evaluates the progress

Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate goals for each student

Implements and manages school guidance programs

Utilizes a variety of therapy techniques and treatment plans

Works with students in individual, small group and/or classroom settings

Facilitates student learning involving life skills, organization techniques and time management

Assists students with creating an academic plan for their education

Adheres to Amergis and District policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements:

Licensing/Certification according to state/facility/contract requirement

The Counselor may be required to have an Associates Degree, Bachelors Degree or Masters in Psychology, Addictions, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or some other Human Development major per state, contract and/or facility guidelines.

Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.