Behavioral Health Clinician (195 Days) REVISED MULTIPLE POSITIONS

Description

  • 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.


Qualifications

  • Master's Degree from an accredited university required; valid Texas licensure as a Licensed Clinical 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 Specialist in School Psychology, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist required.
  • Minimum three years experience working with children and youth in a special education setting; experience in an urban school setting and/or in a multicultural education environment preferred.
  • 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.
  • Keep and compile records and develop detailed reports.
  • Maintain and establish effective working relationships with parents and school personnel.
  • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and a collaborative work style.
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
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