School-Based Mental Health Technician

Effective School Solutions

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Technician (MHT) to join their clinical team. ESS is one of the country’s leading providers of school-based mental health services for K-12 students, serving over 2,000 students across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and the West Coast regions. The company was founded on the concept of offering higher acuity clinical care within the public-school building. The MHT is responsible for direct client care, including in-classroom support, social/emotional counseling, crisis management and de-escalation, and data collection and observation. The MHT also assists with classroom management and structuring when required, playing a crucial role in supporting clinicians to ensure student well-being. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in behavior analytics, excellent communication skills, and a passion for fostering a positive and supportive environment for students and staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in a school or clinical setting, with a focus on supporting the mental health/behavioral needs of students.
Experience working with students and families, as well as community mental health and social service agencies.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Effective problem solving and communication skills.
Knowledge of basic therapeutic interventions and counseling techniques.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Sensitivity to diverse cultural backgrounds and an understanding of the unique challenges faced by students in a school setting.
Strong commitment to improving mental health services for students and school districts.

Responsibilities

Work closely with ESS clinicians to provide comprehensive support for students' mental health and well-being.
Monitor and track student progress in collaboration with clinicians, providing timely updates to the interdisciplinary team.
Assist in the development, implementation and reinforcement of the individualized care plans for students requiring mental health support.
Co-facilitate group interventions and support sessions as directed by clinicians to address common challenges among students.
Assist in therapeutic milieu management, for example, create and distribute passes, lunch support, scheduling of therapeutic sessions, learning strategies support, escort students, etc.
Push into classrooms to observe and provide support.
Collect student specific data and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) when necessary.
Assist with crisis situations promptly and effectively, providing immediate support and coordinating with clinicians, school staff, and parents as necessary as assigned by the licensed clinician.
Maintain accurate documentation regarding data collections, observations, scheduling, etc.
Collaborate with family and support services to enhance the support network available to students.
Perform case management duties including but not limited to referrals, linking families to community resources.