School-Based Mental Health Specialist I -Barstow, CA - Practicum Student - Immediate Start

Location: Barstow, CA
Employment Type: Part-time, In-person
Compensation: $26.00 - $27.00 per hour 

Make a Difference in Students’ Lives!

Wellness Together, a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, partners with schools statewide to increase access to mental health services for students and families. By collaborating with universities and graduate programs, Wellness Together provides cost-effective "turn-key" social-emotional interventions on school campuses across California.

Schedule:

• Work Hours: Part-time, Monday–Friday during school hours
• Location: On-campus at assigned school site(s)
   

What You'll Do:

As a Mental Health Specialist, you will:

• Provide individual and group counseling to students
• Conduct assessments and develop personalized treatment plans
• Offer crisis intervention and risk assessments
• Collaborate with school staff, parents, and community resources
• Facilitate mental health workshops for students, staff, and families
• Maintain documentation aligned with HIPAA & FERPA guidelines
   

What You Bring:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program (practicum/internship placement required)
• 1-2 years of experience in mental health (preferred)
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices (CBT, ACT)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Fluency in a second language is a plus!

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits – Dental, Vision
• Employee Wellness Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (eligibility requirements apply)
• Hands-on experience in school-based mental health
• Professional development and supervision opportunities

Apply Today!

Be part of a team that’s transforming mental health care for students. Your work can change lives!