School Based Clinician

Astor Services Inc.; Plains Township (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four personal days

Full benefits package

Paid sick time

Long-term disability and life insurance

Medical and dental plan

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Job summary

Astor Services Inc. is seeking a dedicated clinical professional to provide outpatient services in Plains Township, Pennsylvania. Responsibilities include conducting initial assessments of at-risk students, delivering direct clinical support, and linking families to necessary services. The role requires a Master's level degree in social work or mental health counseling, with a preference for candidates experienced in working with at-risk populations. This is a school-based position offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• MSW, LMSW, MHC, LMHC, or LCSW required.
• Experience with at-risk populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments of at-risk students and families.
• Provide direct clinical services to students and families.
• Refer clients to community agencies.
• Link students to relevant school programs.
• Complete reports in a timely manner.
• Advocate for students.
• Consult with teachers and staff.
• Participate in CSE meetings.
• Attend agreed-upon meetings.
• Support new students during transitions.
• Evaluate students' counseling needs.
• Participate in agency training programs.

Job description

This School Based position will be located at Pine Plains CSD and will be responsible for the delivery of outpatient clinical services to assigned clients in accordance with current ethical and professional standards and in keeping with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for school based services such as assessment, clinical intervention, consultation and education to school professionals, and advocacy and referral to needed services for children deemed as at-risk. The work schedule mirrors the Department of Education with school recess vacations.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct an initial assessment of students and their families identified as at risk by school personnel.
• Provide direct clinical service to students and their families.
• Refer to outside community agencies when appropriate.
• Link students to relevant school programs or personnel.
• Completes quarterly and annual reports in a timely manner.
• Act as an advocate for students.
• Conduct training seminars with school personnel relative to at-risk students.
• Consult with teachers and school personnel.
• Participate in CSE meetings as necessary.
• Attend meetings and conferences mutually agreed upon by Astor staff and school administration.
• Be available to new students and their families during the adjustment and transition to new school and community.
• Participate in child study meetings, attendance committee, retention/promotion meetings as needed.
• Evaluate CSE students to determine counseling needs.
• Participate in staff development and training programs within the agency.

What we provide

• Offers four personal days.
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
• Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.
• Sick time is provided.
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization.

Requirements

You must have

• MSW, LMSW, MHC, LMHC, or LCSW.

You should have

• Experience with the population served is preferred.