School Based Clinician
About The Position
Mental health professionals know that youth and teens need support more now than ever before. This position offers the opportunity to improve lives by offering direct support in a school setting. This full-time role will work in the Windsor School District. Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a human services field.
- MO licensure of LCSW or LPC is required.
- Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and be insurable.
- Basic computer skills including MS Office suite and an electronic medical record.
Nice To Haves
- Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when that’s the case. Chestnut is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for another role. We’d love to explore the possibilities with you!
Responsibilities
- Provide consumer-driven services as identified in individualized treatment, recovery, and safety plans, ensuring services support students’ emotional, behavioral, and social development.
- Utilize evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and developmentally appropriate interventions based on students’ developmental stages.
- Deliver therapeutic and supportive services within the school environment, collaborating with teachers, administrators, and school staff to support student success.
- Refer and link students and families to additional services and community resources to address mental health, social, and family needs.
- Support students in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and resilience.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, including school staff and other service providers, to coordinate care and ensure appropriate supports for students.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency, school, and regulatory requirements.
- Assume leadership roles by supporting collaboration between the school and behavioral health providers and promoting best practices in student mental health.
- Promote the recovery model of treatment including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness.
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
