Behavioral Health Student Assistance Professional

Purpose Statement

Are you passionate about helping and supporting teens in school and want summers off? The Behavioral Health Student Assistance Professional (BHSAP) has the unique opportunity to develop positive relationships with students and provide prevention and early intervention services to promote students’ mental wellness. The BHSAP provides individual and group counseling support to students impacted by mental health issues and trauma. You will also have an opportunity to be part of a unique team of professionals who meet weekly to support one another and come together for professional growth and to network with one another.

The job of behavioral health student assistance professional is done for the purpose of providing leadership and assistance to school districts in the development of comprehensive programs in behavioral health support and intervention, counseling, and case management.

This position will serve Deer Park school district. This position is 7.5 hours per day, Monday-Friday, for 190 days following the typical school schedule.

Functions

• Collects and evaluates data for the purpose of improving school climate and student success.
• Collects and interprets data for the purpose of determining appropriate programs for implementation and referral.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team (MDT) to facilitate referral and coordination of supports.
• Conducts screening, monitoring, and follow up for students referred from MDT.
• Consults with parents, staff, and community agency personnel for the purpose of developing intervention goals and coordinating service plans.
• Coordinates a variety of activities (e.g. student assistance program, etc.) for the purpose of providing continuity of services for students, in and out of school, to promote success.
• Facilitates educational groups for identified, at-risk students for the purpose of alleviating isolation, coping with anxiety, identifying support resources, enhancing coping skills, etc.
• Maintains individual student records and files (e.g. evaluations, screenings, reviews, intervention, student recovery, reintegration programs, etc.) for the purpose of compiling and documenting activities in compliance with program evaluations.
• Monitors students' grades and attendance for the purpose of evaluating program effectiveness.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. case notes, statistical reports, pre/post follow-up, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Presents educational information to school staff, students, and parents on behavioral health topics, for the purpose of increasing awareness and responsiveness within both the school and the community.
• Provides follow-up and aftercare to students who have been referred to outside services for the purpose of assisting in transition and functioning.
• Provides individual and group counseling and support to students and families for the purpose of improving functioning and meeting of identified goals.
• Provides technical assistance in establishing comprehensive intervention programs for the purpose of delivering services in conformance with ESD objectives.
• Attends meetings as identified with the BH ESD COVID response team
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Performs related duties as assigned. Related duties may not specifically be listed but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

• applying assessment instruments,
• operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications,
• preparing and maintaining accurate records/case management, and
• utilizing group presentation skills.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios, read technical information, compose a variety of documents, facilitate group discussions, and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes :

• generally accepted mental health and substance abuse assessment, intervention, treatment, and recovery process for adolescents and families,
• behavioral health counseling and prevention,
• physical and emotional development of adolescents,
• and mental health issues.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and events, gather, collate, and classify data, and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances, work with data utilizing defined but different processes, and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and groups and work with a variety of data. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include :

• adapting to changing work priorities,
• communicating with diverse groups in a nonjudgmental manner,
• working flexible hours,
• displaying patience and a sense of humor,
• understanding verbal input,
• responding quickly, and
• maintaining confidentiality.

General Requirements

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practices and methods, leading, guiding, and coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the agency's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under a generally hazard free environment.

Experience

Experience working in substance use and/or mental health is required. Experience working in school setting preferred.

Education

Bachelor's degree in job related area required. Master's degree or enrollment in a master's program is preferred.

Continuing Education/Training

Ability to obtain certification within one year in one of the following areas:

• school social work
• children's mental health specialist, or
• chemical dependency.

Certificates & Licenses

Valid driver's license and required auto insurance. Mental health or SUDP license, or ability to obtain licensure within 18 months, required.

Clearances

WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance (at employee's expense).

To be considered for this position, the following documents must be submitted. Incomplete applications will not be screened.

• Online application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• One professional letter of recommendation
• Transcripts
• Any applicable licensure/certification

NEWESD 101 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. NEWESD 101 complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the human services office. *ADA, Affirmative Action, Title VII, Title IX Officer – Michelle Powers, 509.789.3504* *504 Officer – Darren Nelson, 509.789.3539*

You are eligible for SEBB health benefits if NEWESD 101 anticipates you will work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). Your SEBB benefits include:

• Medical insurance - Medical insurance is optional. Employees who carry medical insurance will have a monthly out-of-pocket cost. Employees have the option to cover their family/dependents on medical insurance.
• Dental insurance - Dental insurance is mandatory and free to the employee and their family/dependents.
• Vision insurance - Vision insurance is mandatory and free to the employee and their family/dependents.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance - Basic life insurance is mandatory, and a $35,000 policy is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance - Basic long-term disability insurance is mandatory and is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional long-term disability insurance.

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Employees have the option to enroll in a flexible spending account.

Participation in School Employees Retirement System is mandatory if your position is eligible. Your position is eligible if:

• the position ever requires at least 70 hours of compensated employment in a month, and
• the position requires at least five months of 70 or more hours of compensated employment per month during a 12-month period, and
• the position is expected to require at least five months of at least 70 hours for two consecutive years.

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Employees may also contribute to a deferred compensation account (457 plan) or a tax-sheltered annuity (403(b) plan).

NEWESD 101 offers the following additional benefits. Some benefits may be prorated based on the employee's work schedule:

• Sick leave
• Vacation leave (not applicable to positions that do not work year-around)
• Bereavement and critical illness leave
• Jury duty leave
• Military leave
• Parental leave
• Emergency leave
• Paid holidays, including one personal holiday per year