What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Behavioral Health Liaison position at Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System?
Immediate full-time position for a School Based Behavioral Health Liaison- Wilson County, TN. This is a position for an enthusiastic clinician who is passionate about student mental health.
School Based Behavioral Health Liaisons are Masters level mental health clinicians who work on-site at selected schools to support the behavioral health of all students and to benefit students with Social Emotional Disturbance (SED) or at risk of developing mental health or substance use disorder.
· The pay for this position is $50,000.
School Based Behavioral Health Liaisons: Responsibilities and Daily Duties
- Provide training and consultation with teachers and staff,
- Meet with students individually and in groups,
-Liaison with families and community organizations, and
- Help schools develop new ways to improve the social and emotional environment.
Tennessee’s SBBHL program uses the Multi-Tiered System of Support model, and applies the Building Strong Brains and ACEs content in creating and implementing universal trauma informed practices in schools. (Read more at https://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/children-youth-young-adults-families/sbbhl.html and https://www.tn.gov/education/student-support/student-supports-in-tn.html)
School Based Behavioral Health Liaisons: Requirements & Qualifications
Must have a Master’s Degree in the Behavioral Sciences (social work, counseling, or psychology) with some counseling experience. Prefer experience in a school setting. Must be flexible and able to adapt to school policies and schedules, able to work remotely as required.
School Based Behavioral Health Liaisons: Rewards & Benefits
· Excellent work/life balance- work schedule is the same as teachers’ calendar but pay is year-round.
· Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
· Paid time off, sick time, paid holidays
· 401k after one year
· The satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference in the lives of others.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000
