- Establish and evaluate goals, priorities, processes, and systems in the delivery of mental health services in district schools.
- Coordinate, support, and oversee school-based mental health (SBMH) in schools by establishing and maintaining an on-going system of communication with school personnel and parents to enhance success.
- Consultation with high school Student Services staff in the provision of services to students.
- Consultation with Appalachian State University social work students and staff who provide services through the Social Work Care Collaborative (SWCC).
- Work collaboratively with principals, Student Services staff, and School-Based Therapy providers on the implementation of services at K-8 school sites.
- Provide liaison with Appalachian State University faculty on the recruitment, training, and clinical supervision of graduate social work, marriage & family, and psychology students who will provide therapeutic & case management services in district schools.
- Ensure the implementation of required policies and procedures that affect students in need of intervention support.
- Assist in the collection and analysis of data needed for planning, reporting, securing services, and making decisions.
- Provide individual and/or group therapeutic services to address the mental health needs of students.
- Provide specialized support to schools and communities on mental health services, interventions, referrals, programming, and concerns.
- Work collaboratively with the Student Services Director on the dissemination of best practices regarding behavioral and mental health supports.
- Collaborate with administrators of departments, programs, and initiatives, regarding services to meet the needs of all learners.
- Provide relevant and ongoing professional development to district staff.
- Provide recommendations, strategies and community resources to staff and families.
- Serve as a representative on school-based and district teams when students are being considered for separate placements with mental health supports.
- Serve as a liaison to community agencies and other agencies providing mental health supports and coordinate collaborative activities for mental health awareness.
- Support students, families, and schools by coordinating with external agencies, community, and support services, etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Student Services Director.
- Knowledge of literature and research material related to mental illness and substance use.
- Familiarity and use of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
- Knowledge of literature and research material related to school safety and crisis/emergency management, including suicide risk and behavioral threat assessment.
- Knowledge of community resources and ability to make appropriate referrals.
- Knowledge of how to integrate a continuum of mental health supports within a multi-tiered system of supports.
- Ability to provide clinical expertise, knowledge, and recommendations for interventions regarding signs, symptoms, and risk factors for behavioral health problems.
- Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups, e.g., administrators, teachers, parents, other professionals.
- Ability to create internal and external partnerships and collaborate with them to provide coordination and continuity of services to students, families, and schools.
- Ability to work in close partnership with school personnel to develop an identification, service, and referral process for at-risk youth and families.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Google Chrome and Google Docs applications.
- Minimum: Graduate Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling and/or related field with clinical mental health licensure by the state of North Carolina, AND three years of mental health experience including one year in supervision/program management and evaluation within public-school setting OR collaborating with schools.
- Desirable: Graduate Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling and/or related field with clinical mental health licensure AND four or more years of mental health experience working with PreK-12 aged students, including two years in supervision/program management, child safety and crisis management. (Preference will be given to applicants with LCSW licensure).
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or
- Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC),
- Or other appropriate mental health licensure
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Mental Health Services Specialist for 2024-2025 School Year - Boone, United States - Public School of North Carolina
Description
FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE
The purpose of this position is to serve as a consultant and team member with schools, district, and the community in the integration of services, procedures, and protocols to support children with mental health needs and their families.
This position coordinates mental health services and prevention efforts; and provides direct therapeutic services for identified students with mental health challenges, chronic stress, and trauma.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
