Location:

School-Based Setting (Chula Vista, CA)

Reports To:

Program Manager, Mental Health Services Compensation:

$24.00 - $25.00

Hourly Employment Type:

Part-time, 32 hours/week, in-person

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt About the Role Are you passionate about preventative wellness and social-emotional support for students? Wellness Together is seeking a dedicated Certified Wellness Coach (CWC) to be an integral part of a tiered mental health support system. As an extension of the school's mental health specialist, you will provide direct support, focusing on wellness education, skill-building, and proactive support for students not in active crisis. This role is key to ensuring students receive timely and appropriate guidance to enhance their overall school success. Key Responsibilities As a Certified Wellness Coach, you will focus on low-intensity interventions (Tier 1 and Tier 2 support) across several vital areas:

Direct Student Support:

Deliver social-emotional and behavioral support services through brief wellness check-ins, individual coaching, facilitate small groups, and immediate de-escalation for students experiencing emotional distress.

Case Management & Referrals:

Manage a student caseload , providing necessary interventions, making referrals to other mental health supports when appropriate, and maintaining clear, accurate documentation of all interactions.

Family & Staff Collaboration:

Collaborate closely with school staff to coordinate comprehensive student care , engage families and provide them with community resources , attend relevant student meetings (e.g., SSTs, 504s), and offer bilingual support/translation as needed. What You'll Need (Qualifications)

Education:

Associate's Degree or higher, with preferred degree major in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or a related field, and adequate work and/or volunteer experience providing services in relevant fields to meet certification requirements.

Certification:

Must have an active certification/ Meet qualifications to be registered as a

California Certified Wellness Coach Experience:

0-2+ years of experience working in a school, health, or community setting, preferably with children and adolescents ages 5-18. Experience working with students, families, and community health/social service agencies.

Skills:

Strong understanding of adolescent development and behavioral health issues. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish positive, trusting rapport and maintain appropriate boundaries with students. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Proficient in English (required); Fluent in a second language (required) . Why Join Us? Be part of an organization committed to school mental health. You will utilize an evidence-based curriculum, work as part of a dedicated mental health team, and receive regular required supervision. This is an opportunity to make a tangible, positive impact on the social-emotional well-being of students every day. Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision (dependent on hours worked) Employee Wellness Program 403(b) Retirement Plan (eligibility requirements apply) Hands-on experience in school-based mental health Professional development and supervision opportunities Ready to make a difference? Apply today! Bilingual Spanish required.