What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Mental Health Therapist II position at Palo Alto Unified School District?
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• Completion of a Master’s Degree or higher in Counseling, Psychology, Clinical Social Work, or a closely related field;
• Possession of a Valid California Board of Behavioral Sciences license in one of the following: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW);
• Possession of a Pupil Personnel Services credential (PPS) is desired but not required;
• Successful experience demonstrating tact, courtesy, positive attitude, and maintaining cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
OVERVIEW:
Under the supervision of the Director of Mental Health and Wellness, facilitate services related to the delivery of mental health care to assigned students primarily in non-public and residential settings. Provide consultation services to school staff to support the overall mental health goals of the student. Conduct clinical assessments and provide case management to parents and families receiving mental health services. Collaborate and coordinate intensive community-based services if necessary. Provide family and parent education and clinical support. In addition, provide clinical supervision to unlicensed School Based Mental Health Therapist I and Student Interns.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide supervision to registered Interns and trainees for the Intern program;
• Attend IEP meetings and develop or update Mental Health Goals for the students;
• Guide students in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with problems;
• Prepare and maintain all required Treatment Records and Clinical Assessment reports;
• Counsel students, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes;
• Encourage students to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, and help them to develop insight into themselves and their r
Salary : $63 - $80