School-Based Mental Health Clinician (ACE Program)

Vermont, Inc; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental options

Vision Insurance

Employer 401(k) contributions

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Howard Center in Burlington, Vermont is seeking a Clinician for the School Programs - ACE Program to provide mental health, consultation and case management services to youth. The role connects home, school and community to support students’ development and school success in a co-hire arrangement with Essex Westford School District.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in a mental health discipline is required.
• Experience working with youth with emotional/behavioral challenges.
• VT Clinical License or License Eligible and on the roster of Non-Licensed, Non-Certified Psychotherapists.
• Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement treatment plans for students experiencing significant emotional/behavioral/environmental challenges.
• Provide services in school, home and community settings.
• Provide services at multiple levels including: individual, family, group, staff/team, classroom and school community.
• Provide supportive counseling and collateral contact to students and families in order to facilitate success in reaching treatment goals.
• Conduct clinical assessments and diagnosis.
• Provide crisis prevention and intervention.
• Educate/Consult with school staff about mental health issues, poverty, marginalization and disenfranchisement.
• Clinical documentation and record keeping in compliance with Agency requirement.

Skills

Youth experience

Case management

Collaboration with schools

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in a mental health discipline

VT Clinical License or License Eligible

Job description

Howard Center in Burlington, Vermont is seeking a Clinician for the School Programs - ACE Program to provide mental health, consultation and case management services to youth. The role connects home, school and community to support students’ development and school success in a co-hire arrangement with Essex Westford School District.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with competitive salary and benefits.