Mental Health Specialist - Classroom Aide

CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness • Emporia, KS

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Specialist/Classroom Aide works in the Therapeutic Preschool, providing direct services individually or in groups to children with severe emotional disturbance. The role uses evidence-based social-emotional curriculum and activity-based learning to support children’s needs, and assists with planning and implementing treatment that addresses each child’s social and emotional needs.

The position is part-time and requires occasional travel within the service area. It operates in a classroom and professional office setting and uses standard office equipment. The role reports to the Assistant Clinical Director (Outpatient Services) and supervises no positions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office programs and basic computer fluency.
• Ability to work with persons with serious emotional disturbance.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a therapeutic team.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to react effectively in a variety of human service situations.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and speak English; interpret written materials; write reports and business correspondence; and effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Required to obtain Managing Aggressive Behaviors (MAB) certification, including training in restraint and physical-intervention techniques for last-resort use.
• Required to obtain CPR First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in the health and human services field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily classroom setup and preparation of materials.
• Safely supervise and interact with preschoolers throughout the day; model appropriate behaviors and peer interactions, and help children solve problems.
• Prepare snacks, model appropriate table manners, and assist with snack cleanup.
• Transport preschoolers to and from preschool in accordance with transportation guidelines.
• Complete daily clinical and non-clinical documentation, monitored by the Program Coordinator/QMHP.
• Document each child’s daily attendance and contact parents or caregivers, treatment providers, or other collateral contacts.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Pursue ongoing training in early childhood mental health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED