School-Based Child Mental Health & Special Needs Lead

Cdsoc; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cdsoc is seeking a qualified professional to support children ages 0-5 at risk or identified with special needs or mental health concerns. The role acts as a liaison to school districts for IEP processes and collaborates with teaching staff to foster positive learning environments.

The position requires a master’s degree in psychology or social work and a Michigan state license, with full-time, school-year scheduling and a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work or related field.
• State license in Michigan for social work or psychology.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual mental health assessments for children with parental consent.
• Provide staff and parent strategies for supporting children with social-emotional concerns.
• Attend IEP meetings and assist with plan implementation and oversight.
• Secure consistent mental health consultation services.
• Build community partnerships to access mental health resources.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Staff collaboration

Family liaison

Observation

Education

Master’s degree in psychology or social work

State license in Michigan

Job description

Cdsoc is seeking a qualified professional to support children ages 0-5 at risk or identified with special needs or mental health concerns. The role acts as a liaison to school districts for IEP processes and collaborates with teaching staff to foster positive learning environments.

The position requires a master’s degree in psychology or social work and a Michigan state license, with full-time, school-year scheduling and a competitive hourly pay range.