Mental Health Outreach & Services Specialist

Position TItle:                           Mental Health Outreach & Services Specialist Location:                                  Kittery School District/District Wide Reports to:                               Director of Curriculum Position Start Date:                  August 28, 2025 Required Certification:            CHRC (Fingerprints and Background Check) Application Deadline:              Until a suitable candidate is found The Kittery School District is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Outreach & Services Coordinator to serve students and staff across all three of our district schools. This unique role expands beyond the traditional scope of school counseling, focusing on broad-based responsibilities to support student success and well-being. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Addressing substance use and abuse concerns and providing related support. Supporting homeless students and their families in compliance with the McKinney-Vento Act. Delivering professional development to district staff on mental health topics. Conducting family outreach and home visits for students at risk, with a focus on bridging the gap between home and school. Tackling chronic absenteeism by developing and implementing intervention strategies. Collaborating with district school counselors, providing both formal and informal consultation primarily on student mental health-related issues.  Serving as a liaison between the district and community-based agencies to ensure students and families have access to necessary resources. Qualifications: Valid Maine Department of Education 075 certification or equivalent/related certification required. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Experience in addressing mental health, substance abuse, homelessness, and chronic absenteeism is highly desirable. Ability to work effectively with students, families, staff, and community-based organizations. Experience working in a school-based setting strongly preferred Position Details: Reports to the Director of Curriculum. Engages in ongoing informal evaluation and receives an annual formal evaluation by the Director of Curriculum. Serves all three district schools. This is a school-year position based on the district’s 184-day collective bargaining agreement, with opportunities to work beyond the school year. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. About the Kittery School District: Our district is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The Outreach & Services Coordinator will play a key role in advancing this mission by addressing critical issues that impact student success and family well-being. To Apply: Required Application Materials: Completed Applitrack Application Resume Cover Letter Transcripts (Not required for School Nutrition or Custodial positions) Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application; Official transcripts will be required upon job offer. A copy of current certification (if applicable) 3 current letters of reference Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last 3 years Internal candidates may apply in writing to humanresources@kitteryschools.com Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Kittery School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability.  Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees.  Any individual needing assistance in completing an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. The Kittery School District is an equal-opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from diverse candidates. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and community!