What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consultant of Mental Health Services (Non-Permanent) position at Bassett Unified School District?
BASIC FUNCTION & DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Hours: On Call (Monday-Friday, hours will vary), not to exceed 600 hours between July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Location: Child Development - 7 School Sites
This is a continuous recruitment process and may close at any time, with little or no notice. An application review may occur at any time and qualified candidates who have submitted applications will be invited to participate in the interview process. Qualified applicants submitting applications after the review date will be considered in the next review date.
Under the supervision of the Child Development Program Director, provides consultative mental health and related program services to meet the Mental Health needs of students, families and staff; works in consultation with all service area staff in assessing student needs and the developing, monitoring and implementation of mental health plans to meet students’ needs; and perform related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs a varied range of professional duties related to mental health; in collaboration with the Mental Health Service Area Lead, plans, organizes, and responds to mental health related referrals from other service areas (FCE, ERSEA, Disabilities, Education etc.) for children, families and staff.
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, serves as an advocate for family and child mental health issues; communicated with stakeholders including community partners; interfaces with parents, students, staff, District staff and community agencies/resources.
Coordinates and tracks mental health referrals and services. Serves as a case manager given study issues and the interpretation of Individualized Education Plans.
Completes tracking reports of performed activities for the mental health service area.
Provides input for mental health service area.
Assists staff in recognizing possible mental health problems and appropriate referrals and follow-through.
Provides staff/parent trainings.
Provides mental health information at monthly Parent Policy Council meetings as needed.
Interacts with public and private service agencies and conducts home visits, as needed.
Participates in multi-disciplinary and response to intervention team meetings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Language Requirements:
Licenses and Certifications:
APPLICATION & EXAMINATION PROCESS
APPLICATION
1 - Complete an ONLINE Bassett USD employment application by clicking the "Apply" button above.
All applications must be submitted online. Applications and requests for testing will not be accepted after the recruitment closing date and time. Applicants may be rejected on the basis of an incomplete application or failure to meet minimum qualifications. The application is part of the selection process and is part of an overall assessment of acceptability for employment. All information provided is subject to independent verification of its accuracy. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide correct contact information by which to be notified.
Note: You will eventually be disqualified in the recruitment process if you fail to disclose relevant information regarding your conviction history. It is the disclosure of the conviction that is most important in many cases.
SCREENING PROCESS2 - Applications will be screened to select the most qualified candidates.
The screening process for this position, which may be subject to modification, will include some form of a(n): application screening, initial qualifications screening, documentation/certification screening, and supplemental application screening. The stated qualifications for the position represent only the minimum requirements and do not guarantee qualification for the interview process.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
3 - The examination plan will consist of:
a. Interview (100% of final score) - To Be Scheduled
SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates who pass the screening process for this position will participate in final selection interviews with the hiring manager.
OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT
Official offers of employment are ONLY made by the Bassett Unified School District Human Resources and/or Child Development office(s). Offers are subject to satisfactory completion of ALL the pre-employment processing including: successful completion of a drug test, tuberculosis examination, fingerprint clearance by the California Department of Justice, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.Part-time positions are not eligible for benefits
