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Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Various Locations - Spokane, WAJob Type: Please see Job DescriptionJob Number: SS26-06477Department: ClassifiedDivision: SpecialistsOpening Date: 04/14/2026Closing Date: 4/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific DescriptionAs a Spokane Public Schools staff member, you'll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers.This position works with students ranging from kindergarten to 12th grades at various locations in conjunction with State approved Managed Care Organizations (MCOs). The students are dealing with social, behavioral, and mental health difficulties. All positions are benefited, including access to medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Positions are part of the Washington State retirement system. There is a potential for additional hours for family, evening, and family night work as needed. Duties include individual, group, and family work during the day. Some work may be required after school day hours and evening work. The jobs are milieu based and work as a team with teachers and other school personnel. Working with building administrators, counselors, and other staff is a required skill. Knowledge of community resources and the skill of interacting with the community on behalf of the students is necessary. The ability to interact and work within the school system to transition students is required.Hours/Day: 8Continuing Role Anticipated Start Date: August 14th, 2026 Master's degree in accepted related field from an accredited college or university required (if graduating with Master's Degree in the Spring, applications will be accepted). Benefits--Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.Often, positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) as negotiated.SALARY: LEVEL 23 on the Educational Support Salary Schedule. Experience increments depend on experience in the same or similar permanent position within a Washington State public school. Responsibilities Provide direct clinical and psycho-educational services to individuals (students/parents/ guardians, etc.), including individual, family, and group therapy. Services may also include more formal instruction, such as training or seminars.Manage individualized caseload in accordance with program and state guidelines, including intake, progress notes, assessment and diagnosis, treatment plan development, implementation of treatment plan, risk assessment and management, and analysis and evaluation of the course and results of the treatment process. Work with building administrators, counselors, and other staff regarding student and family needs as confidentiality laws provided. Maintain clinical records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with state and agency policy and procedure. Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and therapist meetings. Provide staff in-service training on occasion as needed and as requested.Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed. Master's degree in accepted related field from an accredited college or university required (if graduating with Masters Degree in the Spring, applications will be accepted). Minimum two years experience in direct treatment preferred. Washington State License in Mental Health (marriage and family therapy and social work license acceptable) required. MHP preferred. Demonstrated ability to successfully perform all Therapist duties and responsibilities as noted above. Demonstrated ability to work within the agency's structure, to relate constructively to colleagues and community, and to use professional guidance and supervision. Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively. Demonstrated proficiency in working with a diverse group of students, colleagues, district staff, and parents/guardians in a positive, professional, and confidential manner. Demonstrated ability to interact and work within the school system to transition students is required. Willingness and ability to work outside regular school hours or in the evenings. Relates positively to children, youth, and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. Additional Information Work Schedule - Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs. Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays - Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement as negotiated. Benefits Highlights: The administers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington's school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position).Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension.Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District's plan manager, OMNI.See more about employee benefits at A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employeesSpokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer.The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator: Jodi Harmon, 509-354-7344 Section 504 Coordinator: Melanie Smith, 509-354-7284Other district contacts:ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, 509.354.5993Affirmative Action Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509-354-7344 Equal Opportunity Officer: Jodi Harmon, 509-354-7344 Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Melanie Smith, 509-354-7284Address: 200 N Bernard Street, Spokane 99201-0282Follow this link to find out about all the great benefit options you have as an employee of Spokane Public Schools: - 01 Do you have a minimum of two years' experience in direct treatment? Yes No 02 Do you have a master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university? Yes No 03 Do you have a Washington State License in Mental Health (marriage and family therapy and social work license acceptable)? Yes No 04 Will you be graduating with a master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university this spring (2026)? Yes No Required Question