Student Assistance & Mental Health Case Worker

NORTHEAST COUNSELING SERVICES; Shickshinny (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance at no cost to the emp

Life Insurance

Employer funded 401k 4% salary eq.

Paid annual, sick, and personal leave

8 paid holidays

AFLAC options

Professional development opportunities

Discounted rates at Odyssey Fitness

Job summary

NORTHEAST COUNSELING SERVICES is seeking a SAP Case Worker for Northwest Area School District in a full-time, salaried role. You will identify students needing mental health services, assess their needs, and refer for services or provide brief counseling.

You will liaise with school staff and coordinate care for students in treatment. This position offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision at no cost, life insurance, 401k with 4% salary equivalent, paid leave, holidays,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, or related field.
• Knowledge of professional casework principles and community mental health services.
• Ability to work effectively with adults, adolescents, and children.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify students needing MH services and conduct assessments.
• Refer for services or provide brief supportive counseling.
• Coordinate with school personnel and act as liaison for students in treatment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Counseling

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree (SW/psychology)

Job description

NORTHEAST COUNSELING SERVICES is seeking a SAP Case Worker for Northwest Area School District in a full-time, salaried role. You will identify students needing mental health services, assess their needs, and refer for services or provide brief counseling.

You will liaise with school staff and coordinate care for students in treatment. This position offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision at no cost, life insurance, 401k with 4% salary equivalent, paid leave, holidays,