Educationally Related Social Emotional Services Clinician I

To fill current and future vacancies for the duration of the list, up to one year. The **anticipated vacancy** is 11-month, full-time (8 hours/day), positions located in the Student Support Specialist Department. FILING DATE: Completed applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. on August 4, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. TESTING PROCESS: A) Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation = Qualifying (pass/fail) . Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of August 10, 2026 B) Structured Interview/Performance Exercise= 100% weighting on final score Tentatively scheduled for as early as the week of August 17, 2026 Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications stated in the job posting by the application deadline in order to move forward in the testing process. Those applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their application materials reviewed by a screening committee that will evaluate the training and experience of each applicant as it relates to the areas assessed in the supplemental questions. Those with the highest scores on the T&E will be invited to the structured interview. The testing process is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email. Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are **not** intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. **Purpose Statement** Under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services or designee, the Educationally Related Social Emotional Services Clinician I (ERSES I)provides comprehensive mental health services to support the emotional and behavioral well-being of students. This includes conducting evaluations and diagnoses, providing individual and group therapy, developing treatment plans, and offering professional counseling. The Clinician serves as a key member of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to promoting student mental health and educational success. **Distinguishing Career Features** The Associate Clinician is the entry-level role, working under clinical supervision to provide social-emotional services and implement interventions in school and/or home settings. The Educationally Related Social Emotional Services Clinician I (ERSES I) is a fully qualified, journey-level position within the ERSES Clinician series. Individuals in this role are expected to enter the position with a strong foundation of knowledge and experience, enabling them to work independently in assessing and diagnosing mental and emotional conditions, developing effective treatment plans, and determining appropriate intervention strategies—all in alignment with District guidelines and professional standards. Unlike Associate Clinicians, they require minimal supervision and demonstrate sound clinical judgment in routine and moderately complex cases. The ERSES Clinician II is an advanced-level expert classification. In contrast to the Clinician I, Clinician II independently manages the most complex clinical and case management responsibilities, and—when permitted by licensure and training—may also provide clinical supervision to Associate Clinicians and Clinician I staff. Clinician II demonstrates leadership in program development and may serve as a resource for consultation and training within the District. - Conducts clinical intake assessments and prepare diagnostic evaluations, including gathering personal, social, emotional, and substance use histories. - Determines the nature, cause, and severity of students' mental health conditions and maintain related clinical documentation. - Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., IEP teams), families, and students to develop, implement, and evaluate goal-oriented treatment plans and provide case management. - Provides individual, group, and family therapy to support emotional and behavioral development and improve interp…