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Mental Health Specialist

Santa Maria-Bonita School District
Santa Maria, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/4/2026

Mental Health Specialist at Santa Maria-Bonita School District

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted
6/4/2026
Contact
Andrea Alvarez
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
based on Education and Experience
Length of Work Year
195 work days
Employment Type
Full Time
Job ID:
#1377

About the Employer

Welcome to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District website. We are the largest school district in Santa Barbara County with about 17,500 pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In the heart of the coastal agricultural area, we celebrate our families and the support they provide to the students of the District. The District is comprised of seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high. The district is committed to a high-quality education for each student to develop students who are prepared for limitless possibilities and achievements using their unique gifts and talents to develop skills to reach their maximum potential. Our Beliefs We believe each person has inherent value and deserves respect. We believe all people belong, have a voice and can contribute. We believe every person has the power and responsibility to take action and make a positive impact. We believe equity is essential for all persons to thrive. We believe honesty and integrity build trust. We believe physical and emotional safety is foundational for personal fulfillment. We believe excellence comes from curiosity, experience, and perseverance. We believe that developing empathy inspires a kind community. We believe service is an act of love. We believe that there is strength and power in cultural diversity. We believe that a unified community inspires hope and faith. Our Mission The Mission of Santa Maria-Bonita School District, as the unifying force that cultivates and enriches our diverse community, is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and developing the skills to reach their maximum potential through a student-centered culture distinguished by a whole child approach an inclusive environment community and family engagement transformational innovation and highly effective staff Parameters We will make decisions based on what is best for students. We will welcome all people with dignity and respect. We will practice responsible stewardship of all our resources. We will embrace, practice, and model integrity. We will not compromise our commitment to excellence.

Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Valid California Board of Behavioral Sciences Examiners (BBSE); or Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) license; or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); or Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP); along with Pupil Personnel Services Credential DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Successful counseling experience in a diverse student environment Bilingual: Spanish/English

Complete Edjoin application; Letter of application addressed to Pete Bland, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources; Resume; Two (2) letters of recommendation.

Requirements / Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Valid California Board of Behavioral Sciences Examiners (BBSE); or Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) license; or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); or Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP); along with Pupil Personnel Services Credential DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Successful counseling experience in a diverse student environment Bilingual: Spanish/English

Complete Edjoin application; Letter of application addressed to Pete Bland, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources; Resume; Two (2) letters of recommendation.

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