School-Based Student Wellness Coach - San Leandro, CA - August 2026 Start

Job DetailsJob Location

• Multiple
• Sites (SL) -
• San
• Leandro,
• CASalary
• Range: $26.00 - $27.00
• HourlyLocation:
• School-Based
• Setting (San
• Leandro,
• CA)
• Reports To:
• Program
• Manager,
• Mental
• Health
• Services
• Compensation: $26.00 - $27.00
• Hourly
• 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 (preferred). 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! Qualifications