Manager of School-Based Mental Health Services

Build Inc•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Manager of School-Based Mental Health Services is a clinical leadership role within BUILD’s Mental Health and Therapeutic Services Department. The position supervises all therapists providing mental health services in school settings, including therapists assigned to schools outside specific initiatives. The manager ensures that services are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with best practices in youth mental health, while supporting service quality, staff development, and interdisciplinary collaboration across multiple school campuses.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
At least 2 years of experience supervising mental health professionals.
Deep understanding of trauma-informed care, adolescent development, and school mental health frameworks.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with school personnel, youth, and families.
Skill in documentation, data tracking, and compliance.
Ability to travel regularly to multiple school sites across Chicago.

Nice To Haves

Illinois clinical license (LCSW, LCPC, or Clinical Psychologist); license-eligible applicants may be considered.
Supervision experience in school-based or youth-serving environments.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical supervision to all school-based therapists, regardless of program affiliation.
Conduct weekly individual and team supervision to support clinical growth and adherence to trauma-informed practices.
Ensure therapists meet documentation, compliance, and service delivery standards.
Conduct regular school site visits to observe services, support staff, and ensure program fidelity.
Oversee implementation of individual, group, and family interventions at school sites.
Ensure services align with student needs and school priorities, including academic, social, and emotional outcomes.
Serve as a liaison to school administrators and staff to support the integration of therapeutic services.
Partner with the Manager of School-Based Mentorship to integrate clinical and mentoring services.
Support interdisciplinary care planning between therapists and mentors, particularly within BB2M and BG2W.
Participate in cross-functional meetings and school-based care teams.
Review and audit clinical documentation for accuracy and timeliness.
Track caseload data, service hours, treatment goals, and youth engagement outcomes.
Use data to inform supervision, training needs, and program improvement.
Ensure compliance with agency, school district, and funder expectations.
Lead onboarding and orientation for school-based clinical staff.
Provide monthly professional development on trauma-informed care, school-based systems, and cultural responsiveness.
Support ongoing clinical skill-building through reflective supervision and case consultation.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.