What are the responsibilities and job description for the BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIALIST OJJDP Safer Communities position at SGA YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES NFP?
Description
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
• The Behavioral Health Specialist will be responsible for delivering behavioral health and resource and referral services to Level 3 youth and will facilitate teacher support groups.
• Implement Trauma-Informed Resilience-Oriented Schools strategy protocols
• Utilizes resources and clinical training to further promote social emotional learning.
• Provide case management, counseling, and crisis intervention services for Level 3 students
• Provide individual, family and group therapy, as well as case management, advocacy and referral/linkage to all clients.
• Provide assessment, treatment planning, advocacy, crisis intervention, and referral/linkage services.
• Provide group counseling services using prescribed group curricula when applicable.
• Provide time limited individual counseling with emphasis on violence prevention skill building and problem resolution.
• Conduct teacher wellness and resilience small groups
• Work in a collaborative manner with Liaison, Violence Prevention Specialist, school administration and faculty to ensure best practices related to trauma-informed care are implemented
• Manage all agency expectations for case recording, statistical, and other documentation on a timely basis.
• Provide classroom workshops, teacher/parent/community trainings.
• Coordinate clinical and case management services with school staff, teachers and parents.
• Attend OJJDP and other required training as directed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Requirements
Education:
• A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling is required. Master's Preferred
• Clinical Licensure (LCPC, LCSW, or other), preferred
Experience:
• Prior experience working with children and families in a school or community setting, restorative justice, and trauma-informed practices.
Other:
• Demonstrates ability to engage complex and high-risk clients, respond to frequent crises, and engage parents.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity is required. Ability to communicate and cooperate with diverse families, various professionals and community groups.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to develop professional partnerships.
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple responsibilities, maintain accurate records and prepare reports in a timely fashion.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Understands and commits to the mission, goals and philosophy of SGA.
KEY COMPETENCIES
• Competent in Microsoft Office tools and inputting services in an online database.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be able to remain stationary 50% of the time.
• Must be able to frequently move inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to transport oneself to and from work sites.
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs.
• Constantly moves to assist during program activities.
• Frequently moves desks, chairs, tables and easels.
• At times may be required to lift up to 25 lbs. for various classrooms and events needs.
• Frequently moves in outdoor weather conditions.
Salary : $50,000 - $56,000
