Behavioral Health Clinician (195 Days)

Job Description

Qualifications

• •Master’s Degree from an accredited university required; valid Texas licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist required
• •Valid Texas licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist required
• •Extensive knowledge and experience with evidence-based interventions
• •Demonstrated ability of special education principles, theories, and laws (federal and state)
• •Ability to resolve logistical and operational problems; make data driven decisions
• •Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
• •Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and a collaborative work style
• •Licensed

Benefits

• •Median Salary

Responsibilities

• •Provide direct support and behavioral services, including risk assessments, individual/group counseling services, social skills development, and treatment planning to students with disabilities
• •Participate in crisis intervention and/or crisis management strategies when students are engaged in traumatic, dangerous behaviors
• •Collaborate with campus staff, administrators, students, and parents to develop safety plans for students exhibiting behaviors which threaten safety to self and/or others
• •Make recommendations for educationally-related behavioral health services, such as counseling services, positive behavior interventions and supports
• •Monitor student progress on behavior and counseling goals in the student’s IEP
• •Attend Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meetings to assist the committee in developing and reporting progress on IEP goals as well as support services provided
• •Develop and conduct training for parents, families, and campus staff regarding special education disabilities, parent rights, behavior and mental health, district/community resources, etc…
• •Provide referrals for services and case management as needed and guard client confidentiality by adhering to both FERPA and HIPAA regulations
• •Maintain required accountability documentation to document support activities
• •Maintain professional competency by keeping abreast of current trends in evidenced-based interventions, behavior and mental health, community resources, ethics, and special education laws
• •Engage in professional behaviors that reflect integrity, accountability, and moral standards
• •Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned
• •Keep and compile records and develop detailed reports
• •Maintain and establish effective working relationships with parents and school personnel