School-Based Mental Health Stipend Program

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MSW School-Based Stipends

MSW students who have been accepted to the Humboldt Social Work Program are eligible to apply for School-Based Mental Health Stipends. These stipends are for students committed to a career in school-based social work and will support student preparation to complete post-graduate Pupil Personnel Services -School Social Work Credential program.

Stipend programs vary slightly based on district and program commitments. 


All stipends require: 

  • Placement in regional schools and school-based mental health settings under supervision of PPSC-SSW

  • Ability to complete CA Certificate of Clearance process

  • Participation in supplemental training, professional development and seminar activities to prepare for PPSC-SSW requirements

See this link for more information regarding the PPSC-SW program at Humboldt.


Cal Poly Humboldt School-Based Mental Health Demonstration Grant:

  • One-year term (with option to apply for second year).

  • $15,000 stipend per year

  • Placements in qualifying schools within Humboldt, Del Norte, Mendocino and Trinity counties.

  • Participation in additional School Mental Health Seminar

  • Potential availability of limited child care and mileage reimbursement for placement days

  • Opportunity to apply for additional $3,000 scholarship towards Humboldt PPSC post-graduate program

 
Northern Humboldt Union High School District:

  • Foundation year students make 2-year commitment to complete placements within district or partnering schools: $16,000 stipend per year

  • Advanced year students make 1-year commitment to complete placements within district or partnering schools: $10,000 stipend plus potential additional $2,000 linked to professional development goals. 

  • Individualized professional development plan created with LCSW clinical supervisor

  • Year for year post-graduate employment-obligation


Del Norte Unified School District: 

  • Available to BASW and MSW students. 
  • District determines eligibility for fund recipients, with priority for individuals residing in the district, with a history of school-based employment. 
  • Stipend varies based on student support needs, estimated tuition and program level.
  • Undergraduate students are expected to meet steps towards Wellness Coach II Certification, as supported by the BSW Program.
  • MSW recipients are expected to meet steps towards PPSC-SSW credential. 
  • MSW recipients have opportunity to apply for additional $3,000 scholarship towards Humboldt PPSC post-graduate program

For more information contact: 

School-Based Stipend Program Coordinator

Julie Slater North: julie.slater@humboldt.edu

 

BASW School-Based and School-Linked Certifications and Funding
All undergraduate social work majors have an opportunity to complete steps to become a Certified Wellness Coach II with California through our educational pathway, when completing an approved youth-serving (0-25) senior year practicum. This prepares BASW students to provide support related to youth behavioral health, and is a rapidly expanding school-based career pathway.
 
State scholarships are available to fund your education if this is your professional goal, with some students receiving funding of up to $35,000 a year. There are also pathways for folks holding relevant Associates Degrees. Please contact our Wellness Coach Program Coordinator for more information or attend one of our school-based social work drop-in information sessions. 
 
Wellness Coach Program Coordinator
Yvonne Doble, MSW, EdD