School Social WorkerPsychologistCounselor-31n grant funded

Social Worker/ Psychologist/ Counselor

31n Grant Funded

POSITION SUMMARY:

This person will be a SCCRESA employee for the duration of the 31n grant who will be working in and with identified local school districts in St. Clair County. The focus of the position will be to complete behavioral assessments develop student treatment plans provide non-academic counseling services assess the need for additional counseling crisis intervention and client-centered student-guided services with families when appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master Degree Social Work Masters level Psychologist Masters level professional
• Licensed by the State of Michigan
• Must have a valid Michigan drivers license
• Experience with Positive Behavior Supports Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Dual Diagnosis preferred

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Be responsible for identifying and developing resources within and outside the school-system and matching them with the needs of the students school and organization.
2. Be responsible for intake processes conducting evaluations and development of treatment Service plans.
3. Be responsible for parent/agency contact and have the ability to develop positive communication and relationships.
4. Have the necessary skills to provide appropriate direct and indirect treatment services to individuals groups families and the school community.
5. Be a participant in the development monitoring and implementation of student support plans.
6. Assist with students in crisis.
7. Provide education on issues of mental health to person served/families/support system
8. Assess the need for additional counseling and make referrals as appropriate.
9. Serve in the capacity of a protection and advocacy position for the students parents and staff.
10. Be responsible to provide education and in-service training when requested for students parents and staff in the areas of mental health and human behavior.
11. Work cooperatively and creatively with the staff and community-at-large.
12. Assist with student management activities
13. Maintain all required documentation in addition to records related to Medicaid.
14. Other duties deemed appropriate by the St. Clair County RESA
15. Must have consistent attendance
16. Must have reliable transportation

THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment Date: Pending Board approval and successful completion of employee entrance physical drug screening and background checks.

Work Schedule: School year

Salary Range: $65000-$73000

Fringes: Full Benefit Package

Work Day: Standard instructional staff hours (approximately): 8 am 3:20 pm.

10-month period approximately 190 work days

PROCEDURE:

Complete the on-line application at with cover letter and resume until the position is filled.

About St. Clair County RESA

St. Clair County RESA is one of 56 intermediate school districts in Michigan. We are dedicated to providing cost-effective high-quality services to the countys students and the seven public school districts that educate them. RESA is committed to enhancing educational opportunities for all children. We offer programs and services that promote collaboration and cost savings among local school districts and community partners.

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where every team member plays a crucial role in our success.

Our Mission: Partnering to educate inform inspire and serve our communities

Our Vision: Educational excellence for all

Our Core Principles

Excellence: We ensure all students flourish through an engaging education that honors their voices.

Inclusivity: We value people for who they are celebrate our diversity and embrace the contributions of all students families and staff

Integrity: We practice our mission and vision by acting ethically honestly and respectfully

Collaboration: We engage in internal and external partnerships to promote creativity and forward-thinking

Stewardship: We leverage human fiscal and material resources for the sustainability of our community

We are an equal-opportunity employer

The St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency Board of Education complies with all federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the United States Department of Education and the Michigan State Department of Education.

It is the policy of the RESA Board of Education that no person on the basis of sex race color religion national origin ancestry height weight age marital or family status or handicap shall be discriminated against excluded from participating in denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program employment practice or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the United State Department of Education or the Michigan State Department of Education.

All new hires are subject to an employment entrance drug and alcohol testing and a fingerprinting/background check with law enforcement agencies.

Required Experience:

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