Behavioral Health Liaison School-Based, Therapist (Springfield)

Centerstone; Springfield (TN, IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit behavioral health organization seeks a School-Based Behavioral Health Liaison to provide consultation and support in creating trauma-informed classroom environments. The role involves training teachers and liaising with families to enhance student well-being. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403b with match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Continuing Education

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related behavioral health field required.
• At least 2 years of post-master's experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face consultation with classroom teachers.
• Train LEA personnel on mental health and substance abuse topics.
• Liaison services between school and child's family.

Skills

Communication

Consultation

Trauma-Informed Care

Behavior Management

Education

Master's degree in counseling

Master's degree in psychology

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing, and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff, and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is located in Robertson County Schools; school to be determined. Position location may be subject to change based on request and need of the school district.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

As a school-based behavioral health liaison, you will be responsible for providing face-to-face consultation with classroom teachers to assist them in creating positive, trauma-informed classroom environments, to enhance the learning environment for children at risk of developing an emotional/behavioral problem or substance use disorder, or with serious emotional disturbance (SED). Training and education regarding childhood mental health and trauma-informed behavior responses in the classroom will also be incorporated in the consultation to assist the teachers in promoting a healthy teaching environment. Each SBBHL shall provide psycho-educational groups and other support as needed to youth identified by teachers and/or or other school officials. The SBBHL program will provide liaison support between the family and the school and will, when invited, assist parents and youth with the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process and with trauma-informed support plans.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide face-to-face consultation with classroom teachers to assist in creating a positive, trauma-informed classroom that enhances the learning environment, and to assist the classroom teacher in developing effective, trauma-informed behavior responses for the service population, as defined in Section A.4., and other students in the class.
2. Provide training to LEA personnel on a variety of mental health and substance abuse prevention topics
3. The training will be offered in a variety of formats as meets the needs of the LEA personnel
4. Provide liaison services to include communication between the school and the child's family to build open lines of communication and to build home-school partnerships. Liaison services can include assisting in the IEP process when requested, assisting in the alternative school placement process, developing trauma-informed support plans collaboratively with the school and families of the students to meet student individual needs, etc.
5. Provide information and support for school personnel in navigating the local behavioral health system, including substance abuse and mental health services, and accessing mental health crisis services.
6. Maintain logs, tracking documents or other appropriate management tools needed to track all aspects of these services. The state will review these documents during the annual monitoring visit.
7. Ensure support opportunities to students at each school, including individual consultations or interventions to build coping and de-escalation skills, and at least one group activity on topics like mental health, substance use, stress management, etc.
8. Administer pre- and post-tests and satisfaction surveys as prescribed by the State.
9. Complete Catalytic Coaching and KPI forms annually as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work or other related behavioral health field required.

Years of Experience

At least 2 years of post-master's experience in a similar role.

Certification/Licensure

N/A

Physical Requirements

• Standing - 10%
• Sitting - 90%
• Squatting - Occasional
• Kneeling - Occasional
• Bending - Occasional
• Driving - Occasional
• Lifting - Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described are not exhaustive; additional tasks may be assigned, or the scope may change based on business needs.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$43,900.00--$61,370.00

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 403b with match, paid time off, holidays, insurance, resources, continuing education, and employee assistance programs.

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.