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Location Oceanside, CA
Discipline Counselor
Date Posted October 23, 2026

Job Description

Take your passion for supporting teens to the next level in an impactful contract role working directly with high school students in the heart of coastal California. Become a vital resource to youth navigating their formative years, provide targeted mental health support, and help guide positive changeall within a collaborative school environment.

Successful candidates will hold one or more of these credentials: AMFT, LMFT, LPCC, PPS Counseling, PPS Credential, or ERMHS Specialist certification. Previous experience working in school settings is highly valued, as youll be collaborating with educators and families to deliver meaningful, student-centered services.

Ideal Background:

  • Active California licensure or credential (AMFT, LMFT, LPCC, PPS Counseling, PPS Credential, or ERMHS Specialist)
  • Strong background as a school counselor, social worker, clinical therapist, or marriage and family therapist
  • Experience supporting adolescents in an educational setting is preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and crisis intervention skills

Role Highlights:

  • Provide therapeutic intervention and counseling to high school students (caseload: 5-15)
  • Consult with faculty, staff, and families on student well-being and support plans
  • Develop and implement individual and group interventions targeting social, emotional, and behavioral growth
  • Participate in multidisciplinary meetings as an essential school community member
  • Maintain thorough, confidential documentation to support student care

Youll enjoy robust support, including highly competitive compensation, consistent weekly pay, comprehensive insurance options (medical, dental, vision, life, and more), matching 401k, and access to a flexible spending account.

If you thrive in a dynamic atmosphere and are ready to make a difference for teens in the community, this contract position offers both meaningful work and excellent benefits. Bring your expertise and compassionapply now to empower students and create lasting impact!

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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