Social/Emotional/Behavioral Support
About The Position
The Mental Health Technician plays a crucial role in supporting students' emotional and behavioral wellbeing in a therapeutic public-school setting. This position focuses on preventative intervention by recognizing early signs of anxiety and distress, promoting emotional resilience, and equipping students with essential skills for academic and social success. This role is integral in empowering students with the tools they need to succeed both academically and personally, ensuring they can navigate social and emotional challenges with confidence and resilience;
Requirements
- Experience in mental health, education, psychology, or related fields. (Associate's degree; preferred Bachelors)
- Strong understanding of adolescent development and emotional regulation strategies
- Ability to recognize early signs of emotional distress and implement appropriate interventions
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school environment
- Principles of Positive Behavior Supports and Interventions
- Preventative crisis intervention protocol
- Principles of Trauma Informed Care
Responsibilities
- Promote 21st century educational excellence through the vigorous support of the mission and goals of The Woodstock Academy
- Facilitate individual, departmental, and school excellence through the support of high-quality personnel, reinforcement of best instructional practices, encouragement of a culture of collaboration, and a focus on student learning
- Identify and assess students' anxiety stages before significant escalation, implementing appropriate intervention strategies
- Utilize preventative intervention techniques to support students in managing emotions effectively
- Teach and reinforce emotional resiliency skills to help students navigate challenges
- Support students in developing skills to become effective learners within a classroom environment
- Foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in response to social adversity
- Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and other school staff to create a supportive learning environment
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation of interventions and student progress
- Participate in professional development and training to stay informed on best practices in mental health support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Administration of Human Resource Programs
Education Level
Associate degree
