JOB CLASSIFICATION:

Certificated

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification or Licensure:

A valid and current certification in the area of Provisionally Licensed Mental

Health Practitioner (PLMHP), Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP),

Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP), or Certified Master

Social Worker (CMSW).

Experience Desired:

Experience preferred, but not required

Employee Characteristics:

Cooperation

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Integrity

Concern for Others

Self-Control

Stress Tolerance

Adaptability/Flexibility

Independence

Initiative

Collaboration

Confidentiality

DEPARTMENT:

Special Education

REPORTS TO:

Special Education Director

REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB TASKS:

1. Responsible for providing services related to the delivery of mental health care to assigned students at the designated school location and will provide consultation services to the school staff to support the overall mental health goals of the school.

1. Provide direct mental health services to include intake assessment, individual/group therapy, and crisis interventions to assigned students.

1. Assist school counselors with coordinating interventions with students, acting as intervention specialist.

1. Maintain regular contact with the parent/guardian of each client.

1. Provide follow-up and assist in implementation of reintegration plans for students who are returning to school from hospitalization and/or facility stays.

1. Furnish required reports to NDHHS, legal system and other involved agencies as appropriate.

1. Participate in meetings as necessary (staffing’s, trainings, IEP’s, community forums, etc.)

1. Provide consultation for school staff regarding mental health issues including classroom observation and appropriate service determination.

1. Enhance the awareness of mental health needs, services, and promotes community understanding of mental health and enhances community response to mental health problems.

1. Provide appropriate in-service training to school staff.

1. Develop support groups for students as needed.

1. Participate in the collection of mental health information and student outcomes data to be used for monitoring the overall performance and effectiveness of services provided and program development

1. Provide appropriate in-service training to school staff.

1. Provide complete and timely documentation to support services rendered.

1. Is familiar with disciplinary guidelines and student code of conduct in each district served.

1. Understand special education regulatory requirements and assists with process as appropriate.

1. Foster effective communication with students, parents and other staff members.

1. Utilize technology effectively.

1. Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents within all districts served.

1. Adhere to all ESU7 policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.

1. Other duties as assigned.

TECHNOLOGY EXPECTATIONS:

1. Basic computer skills
2. Word processing (Microsoft Office)
3. Calendaring system
4. Google Drive
5. Email applications
6. Able to post on ESU 7 Social Media resources
7. Messages
8. Accountability software
9. Internet Browsers
10. ESU 7 Online Resources
11. Internet search engines
12. Electronic and print copyright
13. Adobe Reader
14. Tablet use
15. Apple TV/Airplay
16. Projection equipment
17. Swivl/self-observation recording device
18. Evernote
19. Promethean Board
20. Troubleshoot equipment issues (iPad, computer, communication devices)
21. Desktop conferencing
22. Student Record System (SRS)
23. Augmentative Communication Devices
24. ALIO - employee portal, requisitions
25. Video Creation
26. Speech and Language software and applications

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
2. English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
3. Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
4. Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
5. Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
6. Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
7. Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
8. Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
9. Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
10. Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
11. Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
12. Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

The essential functions of this position include: (1) regular, dependable attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and to possess and utilize the identified technology expectations, skills, and abilities and to perform the identified work activities; and, (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Never

0%

Occasional 1-32%

Frequent

33-66%

Constant

67+%

Standing

x

Walking

x

Sitting

x

Bending/Stooping

x

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

x

Manual Dexterity Activities

x

Climbing Stairs

x

Driving

x

Lifting 50 Pounds

x

   Carrying 20 Feet

x

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Inside offices and throughout the ESU 7 campus and district buildings.

It is the policy of ESU 7 to not discriminate on the basis of sex, handicap or disability, race, color, religion, marital status, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies or other administered programs.  Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Chief Administrator.