School Mental Health Pilot Director

Hillside Public Schools; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillside Public Schools in Hillside, NJ, is seeking a Project Director for the Mental Health Screening in School Pilot Supplement. The role oversees project implementation, directs the team, and maintains liaison with the NJDOE to ensure compliance and reporting.

The position involves financial oversight, administrative duties, and reporting, with reports completed in EWEG. A Master's in psychology and district-director eligibility are preferred, with several years in related roles.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in psychology preferred.
• Must serve as a director in district and currently working under the Chief School Administrator endorsement.
• Possess extensive knowledge and experience in the area of student support services, IDEA, and School Based Mental Health.
• Minimum of five years experience working under NJDOE certification as a school psychologist or related endorsement.
• Special Education teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of the Mental Health Screening in School Pilot project.
• Liaise with the New Jersey Department of Education.
• Direct and supervise project team members.
• Oversee financial and administrative oversight, reporting, and monitoring/evaluation of the project.
• Complete reports in EWEG.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Education

Master's Degree in psychology

Job description

Hillside Public Schools in Hillside, NJ, is seeking a Project Director for the Mental Health Screening in School Pilot Supplement. The role oversees project implementation, directs the team, and maintains liaison with the NJDOE to ensure compliance and reporting.

The position involves financial oversight, administrative duties, and reporting, with reports completed in EWEG. A Master's in psychology and district-director eligibility are preferred, with several years in related roles.