Mental Health Counselor

About the Employer

Join the dynamic and culturally rich community at Oakland School for the Arts (OSA), a distinguished charter school nestled in the heart of an urban environment, renowned for its innovative approach in merging the arts with a rigorous academic framework. Serving approximately 800 students from grades 6-12, OSA is dedicated to fostering both artistic expression and academic excellence.

We are proud to share that we continue to have an over 90% staff retention rate. You can learn more about OSA by watching this short video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS5Gf4NldnI.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Oakland School for the Arts (OSA) is a dynamic, thriving, diverse charter school in an urban environment that serves approximately 800 students in grades 6-12. We are seeking a 1.0 FTE part time Mental Health Counselor, who will provide individual and group counseling, to join our outstanding staff.

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Requirements / Qualifications

EdJoin Application. (Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application.) Cover Letter Resume Copy of valid California Counselor Credential Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university An advanced degree in the content area (counseling, psychology, clinical social work or closely related field) is required

Comments and Other Information

Experience working successfully with high school age children. At least one year of experience (2+ years preferred) providing mental health services in school-based settings.

Strong organizational skills as demonstrated by the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks. Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a dynamic work environment. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Due to the volume of applications received, not all qualified applicants will be contacted. Selected candidate will be required to complete and clear a Live Scan, Background/Reference Check, and Tuberculosis Test. NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY OSA does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, race, ethnic background, veteran status, ancestry, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical information, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender or religion.

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