Social Emotional Learning Coach Embedded 11Month Full Time

CHADS COALITION FOR MENTAL HEALTH•St. Louis, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

CHADS Coalition for Mental Health is a non-profit organization whose mission is to save young lives by advancing the awareness and prevention of depression and suicide. The CHADS Social Emotional Wellbeing program believes the emotional well-being of youth is enhanced through building self-esteem, self-efficacy, decreasing bullying behaviors, decreasing risk taking behaviors and supporting the development of social and emotional skills. To support the social and emotional well-being of a child, CHADS utilizes an assortment of evidence- and research-informed programs including social and emotional mentoring. The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Coach is a full-time position embedded in the Normandy schools and community mental health sites in the 24:1 community. The SEL Coach will work at least 40 hours Monday-Friday within the hours of 7am-4pm (unless evening hours are otherwise discussed), though some flexible scheduling will be utilized for times when the SEL Coach is required by the school for after school/evening activities.

Requirements

Minimum bachelor’s degree in mental health, education, or related field
Minimum 1 - 3 years’ experience working with school age youth and parents
Minimum 1 - 3 years’ experience and understanding in promoting social and emotional learning
Energetic with the ability to engage with youth, parents, and schools
Excellent organization skills, time management, record keeping skills, and meets deadlines
Knowledge and compassion regarding suicide prevention and social emotional health
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Team-player attitude and ability to understand and effectively share the CHADS’ mission.
Desire to work in an environment of measurable accountability
Must be comfortable using computer applications and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, live video conferencing.
This position requires access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in mental health or related field
Strength in cultural responsiveness and cultural competencies
Ability to navigate school environment
Bilingual/Spanish speaking abilities are a plus

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group mentoring to students, either in person or virtually, using the CHADS Coalition Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum- expected caseload of 20-25.
Maintain a minimum of 40% impactful service hours.
Deliver SEL training to school staff on social emotional learning topics.
Provide SEL coaching to school staff based on teacher requests and student observations.
Deliver SEL interventions to students as requested by school personnel.
Provide SEL-related resources and communication to parents, guardians, and families.
Participate in the school's Behavioral Care Team or similar student support teams.
Use district SEL data to identify and provide interventions for students needing additional support.
Administer, collect, and submit all SEW program data in accordance with program policies and timelines.
Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with agency and funder requirements.
Maintain regular communication with the agency as directed by the Program Manager.
Perform other duties assigned by the Program Manager that are appropriate to the role.