Middle School Mental Health Clinician (31n)

Middle School Mental Health Clinician (31n) Cedar Springs Public Schools Cedar Springs Middle School - Cedar Springs, Michigan This job is also posted in Cedar Springs Public Schools, and Kent ISD Job Details

Job ID:

5730878

Application Deadline:

Jun 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 24, 2026 Job Description Cedar Springs Public Schools is seeking a Mental Health Clinician (31n) starting in the 2026-2027 school year. CSPS invites anyone with proper certification or licensure to consider applying for this position. We are excited to engage with quality candidates that are friendly, organized, self-motivated problem solvers and enjoy working in a team environment meeting the individual needs of students.

Position:

Full Time Mental Health Clinician, 31n/Caring 4 Students funded position

Education:

Master's degree in social work, counseling, or psychology Fully licensed or limited license in social work, counseling, or psychology (while school certification is preferred, fully licensed or limited license social work or counselor without school certification will be considered)

Job Description:

The School Mental Health Clinician will serve as a vital member of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS) team, providing consultation, targeted mental health interventions, and prevention strategies across all tiers of the MTSS framework. This role involves delivering individual and small group mental health interventions, collaborating with staff to implement school-wide social-emotional and mental health prevention education and strategies, and contributing to the development of tiered support plans to meet the diverse needs of students.

Essential Job Functions:

Collaborates with teachers, staff, and administration to provide consultation and support on School Wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS), social-emotional learning, and mental health prevention and intervention strategies Works cooperatively as a liaison with community agencies and resources (e.g., community mental health, medical providers, law enforcement, family court, and other community organizations) to facilitate care coordination for students and families Ensures compliance with all 31n/C4S documentation and reporting requirements, meeting funding guidelines and established timeframes. This includes student assessments, crisis interventions, treatment plans, session notes, progress monitoring, and fidelity checks Utilizes evidence-based school mental health programs, interventions, and strategies Conducts psycho-social risk assessments to identify emotional, behavioral, or mental health concerns, including suicide risk assessments Acts as a key member of the school's Behavioral Threat Assessment Team Collaborates with the team to support the development and implementation of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) for students on the clinician's caseload in general education Performs duties in compliance with MDE & Kent ISD 31n/C4S Funding, district policies, Board of Education regulations, and professional ethics.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal / Director of Student Well Being and Support Services

START DATE

2026-2027 School Year

SALARY RANGE

Commensurate with experience and qualifications according to CSEA Agreement

WHO ARE WE?

Cedar Springs Public Schools is a Preschool through 12th-grade public school consisting of over 3,000 students and nearly 400 employees. We are located within the city limits of Cedar Springs, Michigan in Kent County. Cedar Springs Public Schools is one of 20 member public school districts within the Kent Intermediate School District (KISD). We are unique in that our schools are all located within a single campus setting with the exception of the Middle School which is located 1 mile south of the main campus. The setting is secure, picturesque, and allows easy access for families participating in activities for more than one child. Our exemplary educational system is a result of the collaborative efforts of parents, students, school and community. Together, we are providing opportunities for students to reach their full potential by providing a well-rounded educational experience. WE are

RED HAWKS!

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Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$50,467 Per Year Equal Opportunity Employer Cedar Springs Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, height, weight, marital or family status, religion, military status ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Job Requirements