Mental Health and Family Resource Liaison

Mental Health & Family Resource Liaison

USD 320, the Wamego Public School system, is accepting applications for a Mental Health Initiative & Family Resource Liaison for Central Elementary. The purpose of the Mental Health & Family Resource Liaison is to facilitate the implementation of a school-based behavioral health model, referring families to other agencies and fostering an ongoing partnership between the home and school. The liaison will be a pivotal member of the school behavioral health team that works collaboratively to address the needs of students in the foster care system, as well other students identified as needing additional behavioral health support.

The work of the liaison may extend beyond the school setting to include community and residential settings. This is a 12 month contract.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary liaison to Mental Health Provider (MHP), family caregivers, child welfare agencies, and school administration.
• Collaborates with school administrators and MHP to establish a school-based behavioral health team model.
• Assists the behavioral health team in implementing data-based screening and referral protocols to ensure timely access to school-based and/or MHP.
• Assesses student and family needs for the purpose of developing and implementing behavioral health support plans.
• Provides quality assurance in the referral process to MHP.
• Assists students and families with accessing and navigating MHP and other community-based resources and services.
• Maintains accurate records for the purpose of progress monitoring and complying with district and state reporting requirements.
• Provides consultation to USO administration and counseling staff on interventions for students experiencing behavioral and emotional barriers to learning.
• Assists USO administrators with the development of student safety and re-entry plans.
• Ensures that school-based interventions and services are trauma-informed, culturally and linguistically appropriate.
• Provides professional development and coaching to administrators, teachers, and counselors on trauma-informed and culturally responsive services and supports within the behavioral health model.
• Provides support in crisis response.
• Trains and supervises behavioral/mental health interns to provide effective services and supports.
• Participates in USD in-service and professional development meetings.
• Conducts classroom observations of students for the purpose of data collection and fidelity of implementation of the treatment plans.
• Attends team meetings to participate in the problem-solving model for students and families.
• Works within the MTSS framework to facilitate pre-screening; consults with teachers and staff and provides services to alleviate issues impairing a student's ability to be successful in the regular classroom.
• Provides direct services and check-up supports to students on caseload assigned from reassignment hearings.
• Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff.
• Compiles data for statistical purposes.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding educational records.
• Maintains a daily log of school/staff visits and documentation.
• Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.
• Works with district staff to identify and support students in the foster system, CINC, and other family support programs
• Encourages families to continue summer services, assists in establishing schedule and location for summer services

Qualification Profile:

• Successful candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree or higher (Masters). School Liaisons should be qualified in behavior intervention, such as school counselors, school social workers, psychologists, or other related field.
• Social work experience in K-12 settings preferred.
• Experience leading professional development and training with teachers and counselors.
• Flexible, solutions-oriented, collaborative, and responsive to crisis situations.
• Possess and utilize excellent interpersonal skills and professional judgment.
• Demonstrate collaborative and consultative skills.

How To Apply:

Persons interested in applying for this position, must submit the following information on our online application site:

• A completed online application form.
• A resume.
• Current letters of reference.
• Unofficial transcripts for all college coursework.
• A copy of appropriate certification when available.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. If you have questions concerning the application process, please contact Courtney Carpenter at  or  If you have questions about this position, please contact Scott Meitler at  or .