PPS Social Worker

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – California Community Schools Program

Location: Various school sites across Los Banos, California
Reports To: Program Director or Designee
Employment Type: Full-Time
Start Date: August 2025

Position Overview:

The California Community Schools Program is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide comprehensive mental health services to students and families. This role is integral to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment that promotes student well-being and academic success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary provider of mental health services at assigned school sites.
• Conduct assessments, provide diagnoses (if qualified), and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver direct services including individual, group, and family counseling.
• Participate in school and district crisis response teams.
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and community agencies to coordinate care.
• Support systems for identifying students in need of mental health interventions.
• Monitor at-risk students and ensure follow-through on referrals.
• Provide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and mindfulness training.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with program and billing standards.
• Advocate for students in IEP meetings and other educational planning sessions.
• Offer parenting support and connect families to community resources.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions.