School Based Behavioral Health Liaison

Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System

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Job Summary

Provide services as outlined in the TMHDD Scope of Service for School-Based Behavioral Health Liaison. SBBHL are master-level mental health clinicians who assist schools in implementing universal, trauma-informed practices to benefit students with Social Emotional Disturbance (SED) or at risk of developing mental health or substance use disorder.

Job Responsibilities

SBBHLs use a framework with three Tiers to define practices, programs, and interventions that meet students’ needs. Based on MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Support) best practices, it is estimated that eighty percent (80%) of students will benefit from Tier I services which include universal support school-wide, while the remaining twenty percent (20%) may need more individualized services and supports through Tier II and Tier III interventions. For the purposes of this contract, the MTSS model which can be found at https://www.tn.gov/education/student-support/student-supports-in-tn.html will serve as a framework for the SBBHL program. Liaisons will support the behavioral health of students in schools through Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III activities, which will include a mix of the following services:

Formal and informal training and education to school personnel in trauma-informed approaches and behavioral health topics such as mental health issues, substance abuse prevention, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and stress management, including de-escalation for students and self-care strategies for teachers. Support and consultation to teachers and school personnel in implementing school-wide trauma-informed practices.

Facilitation of a School Climate Activity in each school served. Individual student interventions for consultation, skill-building, and psychoeducation, and individualized classroom support if requested. Psychoeducational groups with students on topics such as mental health problems, substance use/abuse, and healthy ways to deal with stress. Student screenings and consultation with staff for mental health/behavioral health needs, including participation in school meetings (e.g. IEP or 504 planning). Referrals for services and supports, and direct service provision of individual services and supports. Contact and liaison services to foster constructive relationships between the school and families, as well as the larger community.

Additional Responsibilities include:
Keep a regular schedule of 40 hours weekly, most of which will be on-site at the schools, according to the school system’s administrative calendar. Maintain logs to record services and activities and provide totals for monthly reports. Timely and accurate documentation according to agency policy and grant standards. Work with the school to obtain informed consent for services and work to ensure legal and ethical compliance. Participate in grant team meetings and in pieces of training as required by VBHCS. Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a master’s degree in the Behavioral Sciences (social work, counseling, or psychology).
• Prefer experience in a school setting.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to school policies and schedules, and ability to work remotely as required.

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

Please send your resume to: ewatson@vbhcs.org

Details

• Date Posted: November 16, 2024
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Clinician
• Service Area: Education
• Working Hours: Based on School system's administrative calendar.