Mental Health Specialist

Position Type:
Student Support Services/Social Worker
Date Posted:
5/21/2024
Location:
Special Education Position Title: Mental Health Specialist
Location: TBD
Position Summary/Goal: The Mental Health Specialist (MHS) will participate as a member of the School District of the City of Erie's Student Assistance Multidisciplinary Team, co-chair assigned building Student Assistance Program (SAP) core teams. The Mental Health Specialist demonstrates the ability to exercise responsible, professional, clinical judgment in his/her role on the SAP team.
Term of Employment: 189 Day Calendar; position contingent upon ongoing funding
Salary: $52,648
Reporting Relationships: Director of Pupil Services
Requirements/Qualifications:

• Possess and maintain a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or School Social Work certificate issued by PA Department of State
• Minimum two years relevant experience
• Knowledge of public school systems
• Pennsylvania Department of Education SAP training
• Must have required clearances

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The SAP Mental Health Specialist reports to the Director of Student Assistance Programs and/or their designee
• The SAP MHS will maintain regular contact with the designated administrator in each assigned building
• The MHS will provide individual screenings and help find services and assistance within the school and/or community once referred to the Student Assistance Program
• The MHS will work collaboratively with school counselors and/or school psychologists through the SAP teams to develop a plan of action to help children be successful in school

• The MHS will assist parents to identify appropriate resources within the school or community who may be able to help address the identified behavior
• The MHS will work collaboratively with school wide Positive Behavior Support in reinforcing student's social, emotional and academic learning skills improves and sustains academic achievement, and mental and emotional well-being of all students

• The MHS will demonstrate effective communication skills with clients, parents/guardians and school personnel
• Develop case management skills that will enhance success of student interventions
• Develop and maintain working relationships with administrators and school building staff as well as community agencies
• Provide requested information on related issues that may impact parents, teachers and other school personnel. This is done in conjunction with school counselors and school psychologists

• The MHS will be responsible for maintaining accurate student records according to SAP guidelines
• Maintain monthly SAP reports and submit them in a timely manner