Temporary School Based Mental Health Therapist

About the Employer

Santa Rosa Academy is a K-12 public charter school, established in 2005 and chartered out of the Menifee Union School District. We serve students in Riverside county with site-based, home study, and a combination of home study/on-site programs accreditated by the Schools Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Our mission is to create a school that is highly regarded for academic excellence within a flexible and innovative learning environment that will effectively develop, sustain and enhance the skills necessary to be lifelong learners and productive citizens.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent or designee, the School Based Mental Health Therapist will provide direct mental health therapeutic, case management and support services to students within the limits of the related licensing board, professional standards, and California Education Code and regulations. The SBMHT provides consultation to school staff, parents, and supervision of therapy interns. Also, the SBMHT will provide clinical assessments and interventions for students with mental health needs. The SBMHT will support SST, 504, and IEP teams in determining appropriate services, supports, and placement to address the mental health needs of eligible students.

Requirements / Qualifications

This position works 8 hours a day. Hiring to cover extended maternity leave starting in August 2025 Minimum Qualifications: - Master's Degree or Doctorate from an accredited university and/or college with major coursework in social work, psychology, or closely related field. - Valid California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) certification/license or Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). - Two (2) years of experience in the behavioral health plan process (direct services, treatment plans, monitoring of progress, and termination of services), including experience providing mental health services to minors. - Experience in provide mental health therapy services in a school setting, is preferred. - Experience in a school setting implementing Positive Behavior Supports is preferred.

Application Packet: Interested applicants are required to submit the following: Letter of Interest Resume Two (2) current reference letters Copy of California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) certification/license or Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Copy of college Transcripts Please make sure to attach all documents on Ed Join when applying.

This position works 8 hours a day. Hiring to cover extended maternity leave starting in August 2025 Minimum Qualifications: - Master's Degree or Doctorate from an accredited university and/or college with major coursework in social work, psychology, or closely related field. - Valid California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) certification/license or Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). - Two (2) years of experience in the behavioral health plan process (direct services, treatment plans, monitoring of progress, and termination of services), including experience providing mental health services to minors. - Experience in provide mental health therapy services in a school setting, is preferred. - Experience in a school setting implementing Positive Behavior Supports is preferred.

Application Packet: Interested applicants are required to submit the following: Letter of Interest Resume Two (2) current reference letters Copy of California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) certification/license or Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Copy of college Transcripts Please make sure to attach all documents on Ed Join when applying.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

Employment in this position is contingent upon pre-employment clearances: Department of Justice/FBI Clearance, Background Check, Negative Tuberculosis Test or Weekly Testing, Child Abuse/Mandated Reporting Training (AB 1432), Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (SB 1343), and legal documentation verifying your identity and any license/certification required by this job description.