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Mental Health Specialist- School-Based- ECCSS

Mental Health Specialist- School-Based- ECCSS

  • $29,640 to 34,094.67 based on education and experience
  • "10 Month Position - Paid over 12 Months"
  • Working with children Kindergarten through 12th grade
  • Full Time
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package

    ***Commitment Bonus $2,000 to $3,000 based on education***

    Dickinson Center, Inc. has provided a continuum of mental health, intellectual disability and Children's Preventative service in Northwestern Pennsylvania since 1958. We are a progressive, non-profit organization with almost 200 employees and an annual operating budget of nearly $10 million.

    POSITION SUMMARY

    • The School-Based Program Mental Health Specialist provides behavioral health services within the assigned School District. These services are diverse and varied and include counseling, case management, psycho-education, and consultation. The Mental Health Specialist collaborates with school personnel, SAP team, parents and supervisor to ensure quality care. The Mental Health Specialist provides psycho-education and support to school personnel as requested, case management to identified students, and may participate in school in-services and student-related meetings as a MH representative.

    POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

    Education

    • Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other social services field, OR;
    • Master's degree with at least 5 year experience and training in mental health treatment, OR;
    • Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or other social services field, OR;
    • Bachelor's degree with at least 5 year experience and training in mental health treatment.

    Experience

    • Experience working with children, adolescents and families preferred.

    Certifications & License

    • Valid driver's license.

    BENEFITS:

    • Excellent Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Personal Days
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance
    • Flexible Spending Account
    • Retirement Plan
    • Pet Insurance
    • Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if you are eligible)
    • Verizon Wireless Discount
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • And More!

    Dickinson Center, Inc. has provided a continuum of mental health, intellectual disability, and Children's Prevention services in Northwestern Pennsylvania since 1958. We are a progressive non-profit organization with almost 200 employees and an annual operating budget of nearly $10 million.