Coordinator of Behavior Health Services

School District of Lancaster•Carter Administrative Offices, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator of Behavior Health Services coordinates and supports districtwide services for students in PreK through grade 12, including school social work, behavioral health services and therapeutic partnerships, Tier 2 and 3 interventions within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), the Student Assistance Program (SAP), bullying and safety prevention, crisis response, and Alternative Education for Disruptive Youth (AEDY) transitions. The role provides technical support supervision to School Social Workers and supervises the Families in Transition (FIT) coordinators and program. It coordinates behavioral health services, community partnerships, crisis response, safety initiatives, staff development, and district protocols, while supporting student, family, and community success. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Student Services and supervises Family Transition Staff, with technical support supervision of School Social Workers. Minimal day travel is expected; overnight travel is not expected. The work takes place in school settings and neighborhood or community locations, with travel to other locations for training and meetings. Weekend and evening meetings may be scheduled.

Requirements

At least three years of relevant professional experience in school social work, school counseling, behavioral health, student services, or a closely related field serving school-aged children and families.
Experience coordinating mental health services, intensive student interventions, or partnerships with community behavioral health providers.
Experience supporting crisis response, suicide risk assessment processes, and student safety planning.
Experience collaborating with school teams, families, and community agencies to address student needs.
Experience providing staff training, consultation, coaching, or program leadership.
Advanced degree in Licensed Clinical Social Work, Professional Counseling, and/or Pupil Services.
School Social Worker Certification.
Supervisory certification, or ability to obtain it, from the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive behavioral health services program addressing mental, physical, social, and emotional health and well-being.
Understanding of current research on equitable best practices related to the areas of responsibility.
Experience providing consultation and influencing decision-making and strategy.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and industry best practices relevant to the role.
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, maintain a positive and cooperative attitude, and relate sensitively to students, staff, parents, and the community.
Ability to work with limited supervision; interpret detailed written and verbal communications; perform basic math; and use word-processing software.
Ability to meet the stated physical and sensory demands, including extended standing and walking, keyboarding, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

PREPaRE Training.
Five or more years of relevant experience in a PreK–12 public urban school setting.
Experience supervising and evaluating school social workers or other student services professionals.
Experience leading Tier 3 MTSS interventions and Student Assistance Program processes.
Experience overseeing school-based therapy partnerships and evaluating service effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Lead technical support supervision of School Social Workers, providing direction, support, and performance feedback.
Coordinate development, delivery, and regular evaluation of a comprehensive behavioral health services program addressing mental, physical, social, and emotional health and well-being.
Coordinate behavioral health services and therapeutic partnerships among district staff, schools, agency coordinators, and community providers to improve access and continuity of care.
Supervise the Families in Transition (FIT) coordinators and program, supporting student identification, services, school stability, and coordination with families and community partners; ensure compliance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
Coordinate the District’s Safe2Say Something program, including designated teams, timely responses, concern assessment, documentation, referrals, and follow-up.
Develop and lead district bullying prevention and response efforts in alignment with board policy and research-based resources.
Oversee approval of clearances and credentials for behavioral health and therapeutic providers.
Provide a mental health perspective during hearings by identifying potential needs and recommending appropriate services and supports while remaining impartial.
Establish and maintain relationships with local, state, and federal human services agencies and related community initiatives and resources.
Lead, coordinate, train, and support student services crisis response with school leaders, district teams, and community partners.
Manage crisis response systems through training, protocols, and resources to identify warning signs and reduce the likelihood of crisis.
Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional development related to the role’s responsibilities; ensure staff receive differentiated training, coaching, and development.
Ensure district staff document mental health interventions appropriately and on time.
Collaborate with district staff, schools, families, and community providers to develop and provide a continuum of services that promotes student, family, and community success.
Provide district oversight of Tier 2 and 3 MTSS interventions and SAP, guiding Advanced Tier Teams in coordinated referrals, intervention planning, progress monitoring, and compliance.
Coordinate Tier 1 safety prevention efforts that promote safe, supportive school environments.
Oversee school-based therapy partnerships, including provider coordination, referrals, access to services, and communication with schools and families.
Oversee district suicide risk assessment protocols, including staff training, coordination with qualified professionals, documentation, safety planning, and follow-up supports.
Identify grant opportunities and develop proposals for districtwide mental health services and safety initiatives in collaboration with district staff and community partners.
Perform other duties as assigned.