School Mental Health Specialist & Case Manager (11‑Mo)

Polk County Public Schools; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools seeks a Mental Health Facilitator (11-month) to coordinate student referrals, access, and delivery of mental health services between the school and district. The role acts as a liaison ensuring timely support and collaboration among administrators, teachers, and school-based teams.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a mental health field (master’s preferred) and certification readiness.

Qualifications

• Degree in a mental health-related field required; master's preferred.
• Experience in gathering and analyzing data is preferred.
• Crisis intervention and collaborative teaming experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain collaborative relationships with administrators, teachers, and school-based mental health teams.
• Coordinate the referral process for students needing mental health services beyond the school level.
• Provide case management oversight for students in need of Tier III services.
• Provide mental health and behavior supports, coaching, and training to schools in the region.
• Participate in intervention plan monitoring per threat and risk assessment processes.
• Provide direct service mental health counseling.
• Assist in implementing the school safety act plan and related requirements.
• Document all services provided to students, including insurance or Medicaid claims.

Skills

Mental health support

Collaboration

Case management

Crisis intervention

Data gathering & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in mental health field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Polk County Public Schools seeks a Mental Health Facilitator (11-month) to coordinate student referrals, access, and delivery of mental health services between the school and district. The role acts as a liaison ensuring timely support and collaboration among administrators, teachers, and school-based teams.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a mental health field (master’s preferred) and certification readiness.