Job Description

School-Based Mental Health Clinicians (AMFT / LMFT)

Location: Montebello, CA (Zip Codes: 90640 & 90201)

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours M-F

Openings: Multiple

Pay Range:

• AMFT: Up to $49/hr
• LMFT: Up to $60/hr
• Medical, vision, dental, 401k match and many more benefits for both roles

About the Roles

A school district near Montebello CA, in partnership with Cross Country Education, is seeking dedicated and compassionate School-Based Mental Health Clinicians (AMFT/LMFT) to join our team. These positions are integral in supporting the emotional well-being, resilience, and academic success of our diverse K–12 student population.

Key Responsibilities

Universal & Preventive Supports

• Promote positive school climates that enhance resilience, social-emotional learning, and pro-social behavior among students.
• Implement schoolwide mental health initiatives to prevent behavioral health issues and youth violence.
• Provide culturally competent and developmentally appropriate early interventions to address mental health concerns.

Direct Student Support

• Identify and support students experiencing emotional distress or mental health challenges.
• Conduct screenings and provide early intervention counseling, referrals, and follow-up care coordination.
• Guide students through self-regulation, coping, and social problem-solving strategies.
• Connect students and families to appropriate school-based and community-based resources, including crisis services and hotlines.
• Implement the district’s policies for suicide prevention and postvention supports.

Collaboration & Program Development

• Partner with school staff, administrators, and families to coordinate supports and align interventions.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community agencies to expand available services.
• Deliver staff training on mental health awareness and trauma-informed practices.
• Contribute to data tracking and reporting to evaluate program effectiveness and compliance.

School-Based Mental Health Coordinator (LMFT Level)

In addition to the above, the LMFT will serve in a Coordinator capacity , providing:

• Program oversight, data management, and compliance monitoring.
• Leadership in developing and implementing comprehensive school-based mental health frameworks.
• Supervision and mentoring for AMFT staff (if applicable).
• Liaison duties with the Department of Health Care Services , ensuring policies, claims, and billing processes align with school-based requirements.

Qualifications

For AMFT:

• Active Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT) license in California.
• Experience working with K–12 youth in educational or clinical settings preferred.

For LMFT:

• Active Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) license in California.
• Experience with school-based mental health coordination , billing compliance, and inter-agency collaboration preferred.

For Both:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in culturally diverse school communities.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis intervention skills.
• Commitment to equity, trauma-informed practice, and restorative approaches.

Why Join Us

• Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to holistic student well-being.
• Contribute to a districtwide initiative improving access to sustainable mental health services.
• Competitive hourly pay, consistent school-year schedule, and professional growth opportunities through Cross Country Education.

To Apply:

Submit your resume and apply to this post! or Book time with Durga Tata: 15 minutes meeting to discuss this role

Durga Tata

Recruiter

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Woodland Hills, CA 91367

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