School Counselor Openingin San Jose, California, $50 per hour!

• Hours: 40

• Start Date: 08/8/2023

• Contract position forthe 24-25 school year

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a SchoolCounselor. The School Counselor/School Mental HealthWorker provides counseling to students in need of counseling and/or supportwith their mental health needs.

For further information and/or to apply to this opportunity, pleasecontact Clara Comiskey with your resume at clcomisk @amergis.com

Essential Duties andResponsibilities:

• Provides necessary counseling as required for the student and/or as outlined in the student’s IHP

• Asses the students' psychosocial needs, and evaluate the progress

• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate goals for each student

• Develop, implement and manage school guidance programs

• Utilizes a variety of therapy techniques and treatment plans

• Works with student’s in individual, small group and/or classroom settings

• Facilitates student’s learning involving life skills, organization techniques and time management

• Assisting student’s with creating an academic plan for their education

• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

  MinimumRequirements:

• Licensing/Certification according to state/facility requirement

• The Counselor may possess an Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or Masters in Psychology, Addictions, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or some other Human Development major They must have the required licensing/certification for the specific position if applicable

• Current health certificate/physical exam, as required by state regulations or client requirement specifications

• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray (as applicable per state/client requirement)

• Computer proficiency preferred

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills

• Successful completion of background screening and onboarding process

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.