Student Assistance Program Liaison-Union City SD

Bethesda1919; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Union City is looking for a part-time Student Assistance Program Liaison. The role involves collaborating with parents, teachers, and outside agencies to provide mental health services for students. The qualified candidate must possess a Master’s Degree in social services or education and have superior interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include screening students, providing counseling, and maintaining records. Benefits include a positive working environment and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social services/education required.
• Licensed Professional Counselor preferred.
• Student Assistance Program training required through the Intermediate Unit.

Responsibilities

• Screen and complete assessments on referred students.
• Coordinate and assist with establishing psychiatric services.
• Provide individual and group counseling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

Master’s Degree in social services/education

Licensed Professional Counselor

Student Assistance Program training

Job description

Student Assistance Program Liaison | Union City School District

Job Summary: PART time

This position as a Student Assistance Program (SAP) Liaison provides screening, assessments and collaboration of mental health services for students between the parents, school officials and outside agencies.

Essential Functions of Position:

• Collaborate with parents, teachers, school administration, and outside agencies through phone calls, meetings, ESAP meetings.
• Assist students in the coordination of needed services (i.e. MA loopholes,
• Screen and complete assessments on referred students and recommend mental health services.
• Coordinate and assist with establishing psychiatric services when needed.
• Collaborate with Millcreek Community Hospital on discharge plans.
• Make referrals to outside agencies for services.
• Provide individual and group counseling.
• Complete and submit electronic monthly data tracking spreadsheet to IU5.
• Utilize Behavioral Health Works (BH-Works) for initial assessments with middle and high school students.
• Attend mandatory quarterly IU5 SAP meetings.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Understand and fulfill job duties within the scope of the mission statement.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the agency.
• Maintain professional relationships with agency personnel, school personnel, students, families, and outside agencies.
• Meet with supervisor regularly to discuss expectations and job duties.
• Fulfill training requirements as outlined in the Staff Development policy and as required by the contract with the school district and the Intermediate Unit.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships on a professional level.
• Knowledge of community resources utilized for referrals.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to maintain records and other documents efficiently.
• Basic knowledge of office equipment including printer, fax machine, and copier.

Required Education, Experience, and Clearances:

• Master’s Degree in the social services/education field required.
• Licensed Professional Counselor preferred.
• Student Assistance Program training required through the Intermediate Unit.
• FBI, Child Abuse History, PA State Police, and Driver Clearances. Other clearances may be required dependent on residency status.

Physical Demands:

1. Lifting requirement of less than 10lbs on an occasional basis.

Our services and employment are provided in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, disability and age.