K-12 Behavioral Health Interventionist

Kutztown, PA
- Kutztown Area School District, Berks County. Permanent. $65000.00 / Year.

The K-12 Behavioral Health Interventionist will provide support and services across grades K-12 to promote students’ emotional, social and mental well-being and support their academic success. This position will work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, school counselors, administrators, and community-based providers to identify and address barriers that may impact a student’s overall well-being and educational experience.

The K-12 Behavioral Health Interventionist may assist with concerns such as truancy, social withdrawal, challenging behaviors, substance abuse, mental health, and the impact of emotional, social, and/or economic circumstances.

Through direct student and family support, case management, resource coordination, and collaboration with school-based and community partners, the K-12 Behavioral Health Interventionist will help connect students and families with appropriate supports and services, while providing targeted group interventions to students who have a common need along with one-to-one services for students with high level individual needs. Additionally, the K-12 Behavioral Health Interventionist will collaborate with school counselors, District administrators, and associated school staff members to ensure continuous support for students is provided within a consistent District philosophical framework.

• Masters degree preferred; minimum Bachelor's degree
• Preferably in social work, psychology, or a related field

• Preferred PDE School Social Work Certification; PA Department of State Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker;
  Not Required

• Experience in a K-12 school setting preferred.

• Provide direct support, interventions, case management, and a referral system for students and families experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, and/or economic challenges and/or crises.
• Collaborate and maintain communication with school counselors, administrators, teachers, and families to identify and support student needs, while developing appropriate support and intervention plans.
• Connect students and families with community-based resources and services, including mental health, behavioral health, social services, financial resources, and community support programs, while coordinating the District’s food/resource assistance program.
• Facilitate student support groups, family programs, and community-based services in collaboration with school counselors and community providers.
• Assist with risk assessments, attendance concerns, truancy prevention, and Attendance and Behavioral Improvement Plans.
• Collaborate with school staff regarding child abuse and neglect concerns, student safety, homelessness, and other circumstances requiring additional support while maintaining confidentiality and accurate records.
• Engage in school and district-wide initiatives that promote student wellness, positive school environments, and family engagement, assistance, and outreach.
• Collaborate with school counselors, the District’s Homeless Liaison and Food Service Coordinator, and associated school staff members to ensure a continuity of services for students and a consistent District philosophical approach in relation to program supports.
• Conduct home visits, when appropriate, to better understand student needs, support families, and strengthen communication between home and school.
• Ensure continuity of services over the summer months for students and families via community outreach and providing support for the District’s summer school…