What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health & Behavior Programs Manager position at Neighborhood Charter Schools?
Job Description
Job Description
The Mental Health & Behavior Programs Manager will be responsible for building and executing systems and procedures to ensure NCS is providing the most ideal learning environment for our diverse range of students, particularly those students who require Tier III socioemotional support. As a member of the Special Education leadership team, the MHB manager will be an expert in theories of differentiated classroom management, responsive classroom practices, and restorative justice practices. This person will be responsible for building the vision of strong and effective Tier III behavior intervention plans and coaching leaders and staff around the implementation of these plans, including progress monitoring and paraprofessional coaching. The MHB Manager will be responsible for managing, supervising, and supporting a team of school counselors and social workers. This individual will ensure the effective delivery of Tier II and Tier III counseling services, focusing on special education mandates and the implementation of counseling programs. The manager will collaborate with administrators, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders to promote a positive, supportive environment for students. The MHB Manager will work with school teams to create strong Tier III socioemotional support and behavioral systems. This person will provide direct support as needed to our Tier III students. This is a 12-month position.
Culture
Our mission is to provide the children of NCS with new educational opportunities through a rigorous, comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social, and emotional development of each child. Our students, who will include Autistic children, will become independent learners and critical thinkers, will acquire the academic skills that they need to succeed in college preparatory high schools, and will exhibit the social and emotional skills that will allow them to reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Supervision
- Create and manage systems for school counselor and social worker supervision.
- Provide guidance and professional development opportunities to the mental health team.
- Lead efforts to create and implement mental health programs that align with the school’s goals and objectives.
- Ensure staff members adhere to ethical and legal standards within their practice.
- Ensure risk assessments are conducted at the school with fidelity.
- Oversee the assessment of students’ mental health and counseling needs.
- Ensure appropriate interventions and support plans are developed for students with mental health needs, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral concerns, etc. that affect their schooling
- Provide individual or group counseling services as needed.
- Attend Tier II culture meetings to ensure smooth transition between Tier II and Tier III services as needed
Programming and Progress Monitoring
Including : Development, training, execution, progress monitoring, follow up, and streamlined communication around each BIP.
Observe, trial strategies, and train staff on the plan.
Gather and coordinate FBA consent and interviews
Provide coaching and consultation to culture staff to ensure effective plans are in place and being continuously monitored
Staff Development and Coaching
Liaising between NCS and outside agencies
Student and Family Interfacing
Co-Supervising Paraprofessionals
Case Management
Communication with the CSE
Requirements
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Minimum Masters Degree in related field (i.e. LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LMHC, LSSP, NCSP, etc.)
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