Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is hiring: School-Based Mental Health Counselor in San Jose

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs seeks a School Therapist to provide direct counseling and therapeutic support to K–12 students with autism, emotional and behavioral challenges, and other special needs. In this role, you will deliver individual and group counseling, collaborate with teachers and behavior teams, participate in IEP development, and support crisis intervention and behavior plans. You will partner closely with families and districts, maintain documentation, and contribute to a positive, specialized learning environment with strong clinical support and ongoing professional development. Provide individual and group counseling to K–12 students with special needs Conduct assessments and contribute to IEP development and progress reporting Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, and related service providers Support behavior intervention and crisis de-escalation as needed Maintain accurate, timely clinical and educational documentation Communicate and collaborate with families and district partners Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and consultations Contribute to a safe, supportive, trauma-informed school environment Engage in ongoing professional development and training Adhere to ethical, legal, and school policies and procedures Individual counseling Group counseling Behavior management Crisis intervention and de-escalation IEP participation and documentation Clinical assessment and progress monitoring Special education knowledge Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams Family and caregiver communication Case documentation and record-keeping Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current or eligible state license or credential in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, School Psychologist) Experience working with K–12 students with autism, emotional or behavioral challenges, or other special needs Knowledge of IEP process, special education, and school-based services Training in behavior management, crisis intervention, or trauma-informed practices preferred Strong collaboration, documentation, and communication skills