Expanded School Mental Health Care Coordinator

• Base Pay $21.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Travel 10%
• Manage Others No

• Phone  x599

The Expanded School Mental Health (ESMH) Care Coordinator provides school-based care coordination, supportive counseling, supportive group services, and targeted case management services within assigned schools. This position supports students in the Wood County school system through assessment, service planning, linkage and referral, advocacy, crisis response planning, service plan monitoring, documentation, travel, and reporting in accordance with applicable program requirements, including requirements established by the state Bureau of Behavioral Health.

The ESMH Care Coordinator works collaboratively with students, families, school personnel, community partners, and Westbrook Health Services staff to support student needs and promote access to appropriate behavioral health and community-based resources. Coordinators are typically assigned to two schools based on program need and may support school-based activities and responsibilities throughout the school year as assigned.

• Plans, implements, and supports programs and activities designed to reduce school-related concerns, as outlined in the Bureau of Behavioral Health statement of work.
• Maintains a visible presence throughout assigned school buildings and grounds.
• Collaborates with school and community partners, including the school resource officer, principal, assistant principal, school counselor, attendance officer, juvenile probation staff, and other appropriate personnel.
• Coordinates program-related staff development for faculty and staff, as needed.
• Observes and documents student behavioral concerns as appropriate and assists in developing interventions and supports consistent with program guidelines and student needs.
• Provides classroom presentations on program-related topics in coordination with instructional staff.
• Provides Tier 1 programming for all students and Tier 2 programming for targeted student populations to meet state requirements.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with students, parents/guardians, school administration, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Engages parents and community members as on-site advocates and supports within the schools.
• Serves on the Student Services Team and School Crisis Team, as applicable.
• Assists school administrative staff and appropriate team members in responding to crisis-related concerns in accordance with established policies, procedures, and scope of role.
• Participates periodically in alternative and remediation programs, detention halls, attendance academies, and similar school-based supports.
• Participates in professional development and growth opportunities.
• Completes monthly reports and other required accountability reports as assigned.
• Uses needs assessment data and observations to make recommendations to school administration and staff.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement while supporting organizational core values, including caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, customer service, and valuing diversity.
• Performs other duties and accepts additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Travels between schools and the office as needed.

Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field, or equivalent education and experience as permitted by applicable program and disability-specific requirements. Prior experience using computerized medical records, scheduling systems, and standard computer applications is preferred but not required. Basic math skills are required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment and background screening processes, which may include criminal background checks, applicable DHHR background checks, and post-offer drug screening, in accordance with organizational policy and applicable law.

• Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and professionally with diverse individuals and groups.
• Ability to work…