This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.
CalWest’s partner school in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a Director of Student Wellness to begin July 2025.
CalWest Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree and/or other educational requirements listed on the job description
- Requisite skills commensurate with the position
- A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
- Authorization to live and work in the United States
Client School Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, School Psychology or substantially related field
- Licensed as Psy.D., Ph.D., MFT or LCSW to practice in the State of California
- Knowledge of laws, regulations and ethical guidelines relating to delivery of mental health services in the school setting (by training, study, or experience)
- Independent school experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of a strategic 6-12 vision and plan for student mental health and wellness within the school community, in alignment with broader strategic priorities including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
- Provide provisional counseling services to students seeking voluntary support.
- Meet with students as needed to navigate social-emotional challenges.
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify student needs and develop intervention plans.
- Provide follow-up support (case management) to students and their families.
- Supervise the Associate Director of Student Wellness to ensure 6-12 alignment.
- Serve as a consultant to faculty, staff, and administrators regarding individual and school-wide student issues.
- Educate the community on topics pertaining to adolescent social-emotional development and mental health.
- Assist in evaluating the Wellness curriculum for students, PAC, and parents and may support its implementation.
- Develop and provide educational materials for students and parents/guardians to enhance understanding of mental health issues (e.g., handouts, worksheets).
- Maintain a high level of professionalism as a school leader and practitioner.
- Uphold legal and ethical obligations, particularly regarding confidentiality and reporting.
Salary Range
$110,000 – $150,000
