The Stepping Stones GroupMake a Difference Every DayEmpowering Students, Enriching Futures!School-Based Bilingual Mental Health Associate (AMFT, ASW, APCC) | Full-Time and Part-Time | California | Supervision ProvidedAbout the OpportunityCalling All Mental Health Superstars! Are you passionate about empowering students, breaking down barriers, and making a lasting impact? The Stepping Stones Group is hiring Mental Health Associates in California to provide therapy to children and young adolescents in schools. Bilingual (Spanish and English) clinicians are strongly encouraged to apply. This is your chance to build your clinical skills with weekly supervision, mentorship, and the child, adolescent, and family hours you need toward licensure. Full-time and part-time options are available, with flexible scheduling.You'll provide counseling, support students through crises, and work with teachers, IEP teams, and families to help students handle their emotions, overcome challenges, and thrive in school.Pay: $35-$40 per hourSchedule: Monday-Friday, full-time or part-time, with a commitment of about 20 hours per week ideal and up to 40 hours per week availableSetting: Onsite, school-basedSites: Support at 2 school sitesSupervision: Weekly supervision and mentorship providedResources: Access to therapy materials, assessment tools, and school computers and printersEquipment: The district does not provide a laptop or district email addressStart date: Immediate, through June 2027Employment type: W-2Location: CaliforniaWhat You'll DoProvide counseling to children, adolescents, and families with a range of needs, including mood, anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental concerns, using evidence-based treatmentsProvide short-term, strengths-based counseling and skill-buildingDeliver prevention and early intervention services, individually or in groups, to improve coping, behavior, and engagementLead groups, workshops, and in-services with school staff to promote mental health awarenessEngage caregivers through psychoeducation and family sessionsCommunicate with Spanish-speaking students and families in their preferred language, when you are bilingualRespond to crises, including safety planning and risk assessmentsCollaborate with IEP team members, educators, parents, and administrators, including consulting on IEP servicesCoordinate care and connect families with community resourcesComplete timely, accurate clinical documentation and manage your caseloadTake part in weekly supervision and required trainingsTravel between school sites as assignedMinimum QualificationsMaster's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related fieldRegistered associate with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, current or in process: Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Social Worker (ASW), or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)Availability Monday-Friday, ideally 20 hours per weekValid California driver's license and reliable transportationStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to complete required state clearances and background checksYour own laptop for documentationAuthorization to work in the United StatesYou'll Thrive in This Role If You Are Open To:Working with children, young adolescents, and their familiesProviding both individual and group servicesWorking with school teams, IEP teams, and caregiversWorking under supervision and learning from experienced cliniciansMoving between two school sitesWorking onsite and in personPreferred QualificationsBilingual in Spanish and EnglishClinical experience with children or adolescentsSchool-based experienceExperience with trauma-informed care and crisis responseExperience collaborating with IEP teamsCrisis prevention or de-escalation trainingRelated Experience We ValueExperience as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Social Worker, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, School-Based Therapist, Bilingual Therapist, Mental Health Clinician, Behavioral Health Clinician, School Counselor, or Child and Adolescent Therapist is highly valued.Why Candidates Choose This RoleQuality supervision and mentorship toward your licensureChild, adolescent, and family hours providedFlexible scheduling with full-time and part-time optionsUse your Spanish to support students and families directlyBuild school-based experience with IEP teams and multi-disciplinary staffFollow a school calendar, with evenings, weekends, and school breaks typically offWhy You'll Love Working With UsCompetitive pay of $35-$40 per hourHealth and wellness benefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employeesProfessional development and training opportunitiesContinuing education resources, including free CEUs and approved webinarsEmployee referral bonus programSupportive and collaborative clinical leadership, so you never feel like you're in this aloneOpportunities for career growth and advancementMeaningful work that directly impacts students and communitiesWhat Makes Someone Successful in This Role?Successful mental health associates are compassionate, organized, and eager to learn. They build trust with children and families quickly, document carefully, use supervision well, collaborate with school teams, and keep students' wellbeing at the center of every decision.About The Stepping Stones GroupWe believe every child deserves exceptional support to succeed academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally. We partner with schools nationwide to provide high-quality educational and behavioral health services, and we give our clinicians the training, resources, and support to do their best work.Ready to make an impact? Apply today and let's change lives together! Please share your associate registration type and status, your degree, whether you speak Spanish, and any school-based or child and adolescent experience when you apply.Know someone who's looking? Refer a friend and earn referral bonuses!