Mental Health Clinician- Alturas at Modoc County Office of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Duties and Responsibilities ? Assessment and Evaluation: ? Provide direct mental health services that include assessment, consultation, evaluation, treatment plan development, treatment coordination, individual, group, and case management. ? Conduct assessments and screeners to identify mental health issues and behavioral challenges among students. ? Collaborate with school staff, parents, and other professionals to gather comprehensive information. ? Counseling Services: ? Provide individual and group counseling sessions to address emotional and behavioral concerns. ? Develop personalized treatment plans to support students in overcoming challenges. ? Implement strategies to promote a culture of caring, respect, and safety. ? Provide anti-bullying, anti-violence, and positive social-emotional skills building. ? Crisis Intervention: ? Respond to and manage crises or emergencies affecting students' mental health. ? Collaborate with school administrators and County Behavioral Health to implement effective crisis intervention strategies. ? Collaboration with the School Community: ? Attend and/or conduct program-related meetings, training, and workshops, and participate in inter/intra agency planning and staff meetings as appropriate. ? Work closely with teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create a supportive and inclusive school environment. ? Offer consultation to educators on managing classroom behavior and addressing students' mental health needs. ? Parental and Caregiver Involvement: ? Acts as a liaison/consultant between clients, families, school personnel, and community agencies. ? Plans and conducts in-service training for parents, students, district personnel, and others. ? Engage with parents and caregivers to provide information, support, and resources. ? Collaborate with families to develop strategies for addressing mental health concerns outside of school. ? Prevention and Education: ? Implement mental healt
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess and maintain current license with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), or California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) in one of the following programs: License as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a marriage, Family Therapist (MFT), Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP). ? Experience working in children’s mental health and or early intervention. ? Demonstrate competence in communicating effectively with children and parents, staff members, and representatives of other agencies. ? Familiarity with student services/support programs for underserved students and families, or priority populations. ? Hold a valid California driver’s license
Requirements / Qualifications
Must possess and maintain current license with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), or California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) in one of the following programs: License as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a marriage, Family Therapist (MFT), Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP). ? Experience working in children’s mental health and or early intervention. ? Demonstrate competence in communicating effectively with children and parents, staff members, and representatives of other agencies. ? Familiarity with student services/support programs for underserved students and families, or priority populations. ? Hold a valid California driver’s license