Job Details
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor
Date Posted:
5/17/2024
Location:
Chester Academy
Mental Health Clinician/Counselor - part time 0.6
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters Degree in Related Field
- School Counselor, Social Worker, School Psychologist, Licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) or Licensed independent social worker (LICSW) preferred
- Experience working with schools, in school settings, or with school-age students preferred.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Mental Health Clinician (MHC) is a vital part of the successful school community, providing support to all students at Chester Academy. As a member of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Team, this person contributes to planning and delivering school-wide initiatives and interventions around mental health and well-being in small groups and individually. Interventions may include skills groups, social thinking, collaboration on a behavioral support plan. The MHC is a member of the crisis response team and may help with crisis management, when needed. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Serve on the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Team to collaborate and support the needs of all students
- Support the mental health and well being of all students by contributing ideas and resources for Tier One responses.
- Support the mental health of students by providing small group and/or individual sessions to build skills and strategies
- Serve as a member of the school's crisis response team
- Abides by the school rules and regulations as defined by school board policy, and state and federal laws related to education and the rights of individuals
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Principal
Salary and Benefits: Commensurate with licensure and experience.
About Chester Academy: Chester Academy is a forward thinking, positive school community that embraces continuous growth through collaboration, professional development, and a strong mentor program for new educators and educators new to our district. For more information about Chester Academy and the Chester School District, visit: www.sau82.org.