School Services Director

Northeast Kingdom Human Services • Derby, VT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as our School Services Director within the Children, Youth and Family Services Division. This position provides leadership and oversight for school-based behavioral health programs serving children, youth, and families throughout the Northeast Kingdom. Working closely with school districts, community partners, and agency leadership, the School Services Director will oversee program operations, supervise clinical teams, support strategic growth, ensure high-quality service delivery, and strengthen partnerships that improve student mental health and well-being.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related human services field required.
• Minimum of five years of professional behavioral health experience.
• At least two years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, family systems, and community mental health.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Nice To Haves

• Vermont clinical licensure preferred.
• Experience working within schools, educational systems, or school-based behavioral health programs strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for school-based behavioral health services across Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate innovative mental health programs that support children, youth, families, and school communities.
• Supervise, mentor, and support clinical staff while overseeing recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and professional development.
• Collaborate with school administrators, educators, healthcare providers, community organizations, and families to strengthen access to behavioral health services.
• Monitor program quality, clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, and performance outcomes while implementing continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to ensure evidence-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered care.
• Manage departmental budgets, support grant opportunities, and assist with strategic planning and program expansion.
• Represent NKHS in school, community, and statewide meetings while advocating for children's behavioral health services.
• Support crisis response efforts and collaborate with teams to ensure timely intervention and coordination of care for children and families.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance, continuing education reimbursement, and loan repayment opportunities.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency contribution and employer match.
• Generous paid time off, 12 paid sick days, and 12 paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Outstanding employee wellness program.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including AFLAC.
• Opportunities for leadership development, professional growth, and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager