Mental Health Coordinator/Social Worker
About The Position
The Mental Health Coordinator is responsible for clinical supervision and coordination of school-based mental health services in partnership with the Director and Assistant Director of Student Services. The role supervises a multidisciplinary mental health team, supports compliant and high-quality service delivery, and develops school-wide systems to promote student mental wellness. The Coordinator helps foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that meets students’ social-emotional and behavioral needs. The position combines team leadership and program development with direct student support. It includes providing clinical oversight and coaching to school social workers, coordinating crisis response, implementing and evaluating evidence-based programs and MTSS interventions, collaborating with school staff, families, and community providers, and maintaining a student caseload. The Coordinator also supports compliance with applicable privacy, state, federal, and special education requirements and maintains related documentation and reporting.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work.
- Valid licensure or certification in mental health; LICSW is required.
- DESE School Social Worker licensure is required.
- At least 7 years of experience in school-based mental health services.
- Strong clinical leadership and supervisory skills.
- Deep knowledge of child and adolescent mental health and school-based practices.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution abilities.
- Cultural competence and a demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion.
Nice To Haves
- LCSW preferred.
- Demonstrated experience providing clinical supervision and/or team leadership strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and evaluate school social workers in accordance with DESE SISP standards, alongside the Director and Assistant Director of Student Services.
- Provide clinical supervision and oversight to school social workers.
- Facilitate multidisciplinary team meetings involving school social workers, the school psychologist, and BCBAs.
- Support staff through coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing professional growth.
- Coordinate communication and response protocols for students in crisis or requiring immediate mental health support.
- Facilitate planning for professional development aligned with team and school needs.
- Coordinate with the Mental Health Team around BEST calls and 51A filings, and potentially act as a point person with these agencies.
- Collaborate with the Director of Student Services to coordinate partnerships with external agencies.
- Oversee and monitor implementation of evidence-based mental health programs aligned with school and district priorities.
- Ensure effective delivery of MTSS Tier 1 universal, Tier 2 targeted, and Tier 3 intensive interventions.
- Lead data collection and analysis to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
- Participate as a member of the PBIS committee.
- Serve, with the Director and Assistant Director of Student Services, as a liaison between the school, families, and community mental health providers.
- Collaborate with educators and administrators to integrate mental health supports into academic settings.
- Provide staff training and consultation on trauma-informed practices, crisis response, and social-emotional learning.
- Collaborate with the Dean of Students and Student Support Team members during joint investigations.
- Attend Student Well Being meetings as the point person and share monthly mental health data from Kickboard.
- Consult with the Director and Assistant Director of Student Services on Title IX investigations.
- Collaborate with the Director and Assistant Director of Student Services on the Cartwheel partnership.
- Create and manage a yearly student caseload with the Mental Health Team and support implementation of voluntary MTSS groups.
- Maintain paperwork and consent forms for voluntary groups and outside-provider contact.
- Maintain a student caseload and support team members in scheduling services with classrooms and grade levels.
- Support the Mental Health Team in conducting risk assessments and developing safety plans for students exhibiting high-risk behaviors.
- Provide short-term individual and group counseling and facilitate referrals for long-term or specialized care.
- Oversee and support reintegration planning for students returning from hospitalization or extended absences.
- Ensure adherence to state and federal student mental health regulations, including privacy laws such as FERPA and HIPAA, and special education requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation, supervision records, and reporting in accordance with school and district policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
