Mental Health Service Coordinator

The School District of Lee County is seeking a Mental Health Service Coordinator who will coordinate and facilitate mental health services that comply with the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSDHS) Public Safety Act (SB 7026) through planning, facilitation, implementation, and monitoring of protocols and programs to address mental/behavioral health issues for students in a supportive teaching and learning environment

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree with certification in mental health counseling, social work, or related field. Four (4) years of progressively responsible and knowledgeable experience that includes management or supervision of mental/behavioral health professionals and/or programs. Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from the Florida Department of Health. Valid Florida certification to practice as a school counselor, social worker, or psychologist.

Essential Job Functions:

Plan, facilitate, and monitor District implementation, administration, and compliance regarding the MSDHS Public Safety Act (SB 7026). Facilitate collaborative working relationships and communications with local agencies and resources providing mental and behavioral health services, interventions, and support; facilitate and coordinate mental and behavioral health services and support agreements. Plan and coordinate training and implementation of Youth Mental Health First Aid or other Florida Department of Education mental health training for staff as required in Florida State Statute. Support the coordination of students entering and exiting mental and behavioral health recovery centers and programs; ensure schools effectively monitor the reintegration process into school-based activities and functions. Implement the communication system and protocols between contracted mental and behavioral health facilities and schools to ensure student and family needs are identified and addressed. Assist schools in identifying and adopting the most successful prevention, intervention, and support strategies to address the specific needs of each individual campus. Plan, develop, and implement staff development on mental/behavioral health and co-occurring disorders/conditions among student populations. Provide technical support to schools and communities on mental and behavioral health services and programming; receive and facilitate timely and effective responses to inquiries/concerns. Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.

Reports to:

Director, School Counseling and Mental Health Services or Designated Administrator Starting Pay:

$74,208.00 Days per year: 255 Hours per day: 8

Benefits:

Employee Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Plan FSA and HSA Programs Employee Wellness Program Sick Time and Paid Time Off Your Perks:

Employee insurance plans including free employee health and life insurance

Paid Parental Leave:

Up to 4 weeks, 20 consecutive work days Access to discounted childcare options for employees Retirement programs Employee benefits & wellness programs including monetary incentives Free access to state-of-the art gym (located at district office) Free professional development About the

School District of Lee County:

The School District of Lee County is the eighth-largest district in Florida and the 27th-largest school district in the United States•. We proudly educate over 101,000 students in grades K-12. Schools in Lee County play a key role in community life. With 12,000+ full- and part-time employees, the School District is one of the county's largest employers, and with the District's construction program, building new schools, and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area's largest developer. •

Source:

National Center for

Education Statistics Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $74,208.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have four (4) years of progressively responsible and knowledgeable experience that includes management or supervision of mental/behavioral health professionals and/or programs? Are you a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from the Florida Department of Health? Do you hold a Master's degree with certification in mental health counseling, social work, or related field?

Education:

Master's (Required)

Work Location:

In person