School-Based Mental Health Consultant (Trauma-Informed)

Cornerstones of Care; Kansas City (MO); Híbrido; USD 40.000 - 53.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Licensure supervision

Free CEUs

Flexible scheduling

Telehealth options

Work from home

Resumo da vaga

Cornerstones of Care is seeking a Mental Health Consultant on a KCPS contract, providing mental health support for preschool-age students across schools and home-based settings. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, families, and school staff, and includes telehealth options when appropriate.

The position requires a bachelor's in a relevant field and experience with preschool mental health; a master's degree is preferred.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree required in social/behavioral field; licensure/licensure-eligible for preschool mental health support.
• Preference for Master's in social work, marriage and family therapy, or LPC track with licensure pursuit.

Responsabilidades

• Provide consultation to administrators and teacher teams on mental health using Conscious Discipline and other methods.
• Provide direct support to students and families in preschool settings with social and emotional needs; may include in-office, home, or virtual sessions.
• Provide training and coaching to KCPS staff and parents on trauma-informed interactions.
• Communicate with parents about students' mental health concerns.
• Conduct classroom observations related to trauma-informed practices.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Use DECA to assess social/emotional needs and plan supports for preschoolers.
• Develop treatment plans with goals and monitor progress toward outcomes.
• Identify and coordinate summer services for continuity of care.

Conhecimentos

Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork

External Customer Service

Ethics and Diversity

Attendance and Punctuality

Leadership skills

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Education, Counseling or Psychology

Master’s degree preferred (LMSW/PLPC/LMFT)

Descrição da vaga

Cornerstones of Care is seeking a Mental Health Consultant on a KCPS contract, providing mental health support for preschool-age students across schools and home-based settings. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, families, and school staff, and includes telehealth options when appropriate.

The position requires a bachelor's in a relevant field and experience with preschool mental health; a master's degree is preferred.