This posting is for an Elementary Mental Health Specialist at Orin Smith Elementary for the 2023-24 school year. It is a Classified, Non-Represented, Exempt position, 8 hours per day, 185 days per year, with an anticipated schedule of 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Responsibilities:

• Support student success through school wide tiered support for Social Emotional education and support.
• Support students and families with mental health needs that impact school success.
• Team with administration and teachers to provide a healthy environment for all students.
• Maintain and complete documentation as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Coordinate with outside agencies to seek services and provide referrals for at-risk families.
• Serve as a contact person for your site to coordinate community service projects that support students' basic needs and family support.
• Participate in school meetings that support MTSS, IEP and 504 teams, and other such teams that strive to meet the needs of individual students.
• Provide staff with support, education and training in mental health and social emotional learning.
• Teach social skill groups and conflict resolution.
• Support family engagement and parent education activities.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in counseling and/or psychology.
• Licensed mental health professional.
• Experience in working with children and young adults in a school setting.
• CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Minimum of 4 year's experience working in the field of at-risk counseling.

Compensation and Benefits:
The District complies with State Law regarding SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) and DRS (Washington State Department of Retirement Systems) eligibility and benefits. If eligible, SEBB benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP). Retirement benefits, if eligible, may include membership in SERS retirement plans in addition to voluntary Deferred Compensation Program and 403(b) Annuity enrollments. Paid time off and VEBA are also benefits outlined in the Unrepresented Employees Group Agreement.