Wellness Counselor

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community.

Requirements

• Possession of valid license or associate level registration for one of the following: social worker, marriage family therapist, clinical counselor, psychologist, school counselor (PPS credential), or school psychologist, as defined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or relevant state licensing board
• At least one year of experience (2+ years preferred) providing mental health services in school-based settings
• Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.) (highly preferred)
• Familiarity with special education, IEP team participation and educationally related mental health services and the delivery of such services (highly preferred)
• Commitment to Rocketship’s approach to serving all students and overall mission to close the achievement gap within our lifetime

Benefits

• Excellent health and wellness benefits
• 403b retirement plan
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Generous paid time off