Mental Health Clinician

Mental Health Clinician at Mendocino County Office Of Education

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Application Deadline

8/7/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted

7/24/2026

Contact

Traci Doster

707-467-5016

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$46.17 - $74.28 Per Hour

Add l Salary Info

$46.17 - $74.28 an hour per Range B of the Classified Professional Salary Schedule.

Length of Work Year

8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 200 days per year. Start date is pending successful fingerprint clearance & submission of a recent tuberculosis test as required by the California Education Code.

Employment Type

Full Time

About the Employer

The Mendocino County Office of Education is a public agency whose primary purpose is to provide educational leadership, resources and services to schools to ensure wide-ranging educational opportunities for all students. This mission is accomplished through cooperative efforts with teachers, school districts, families, and communities; through direct instructional programs and administrative services; and through coordination with the California Department of Education and other agencies.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Basic Function Works under the general supervision of the Clinical School Psychologist, provides individual and group counseling, supervision, crisis intervention, and consultation/outreach to students in alternative education and special education programs, including but not limited to students receiving Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS). Consults with teachers, administrators, specialists, parents, agency and district personnel; collaborate on the development of behavior management programs; and perform related duties.

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Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Possess a current, valid license as one of the following: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); Possess a Master's Degree in social work or marriage and family therapy, or a Doctoral Degree in psychology from an accredited college or university; Capacity to follow guidelines related to the provisions of Educationally Related Mental Health Services; Experience working with children as a mental health clinician with experience working in a public education setting preferred; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district office personnel, school district personnel, and outside agencies; Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License; Provide proof of automobile insurability; Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting sixty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of sixty (50) pounds with assistance. Application Process To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: An online application; A cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation. *A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts needed at time of hire.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions
• Letter of Introduction
• Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Possess a current, valid license as one of the following: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); Possess a Master's Degree in social work or marriage and family therapy, or a Doctoral Degree in psychology from an accredited college or university; Capacity to follow guidelines related to the provisions of Educationally Related Mental Health Services; Experience working with children as a mental health clinician with experience working in a public education setting preferred; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district office personnel, school district personnel, and outside agencies; Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License; Provide proof of automobile insurability; Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting sixty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of sixty (50) pounds with assistance. Application Process To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: An online application; A cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; Three (3) current (within the last year) letters of recommendation. *A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts needed at time of hire.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions
• Letter of Introduction
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

Work Hours/Year 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 200 days per year. Start date is pending successful fingerprint clearance & submission of a recent tuberculosis test as required by the California Education Code. Benefits Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 36 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) to which both the employee and MCOE contribute. Employee may elect to be a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. Equal Opportunity Employer

Comments and Other Information

Work Hours/Year 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 200 days per year. Start date is pending successful fingerprint clearance & submission of a recent tuberculosis test as required by the California Education Code. Benefits Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 36 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) to which both the employee and MCOE contribute. Employee may elect to be a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. Equal Opportunity Employer

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