Description:

Position:

Behavioral Health School Based Consultant Pay Range:

$20.86

• $25.

31per hour

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, daylight (10-month calendar position)

Location:

McKeesport Area School District What to

Expect:

In our Children and Family Services department, we provide a continuum of behavioral health care for children, adolescents, and their families that include assessment, treatment, referral and school-based prevention and referrals. All services are family focused and are provided in the office, schools, home or other community settings. As a Behavioral Health School Based Coach, you will provide strength based, positive behavior strategies and wellness coaching for students in the schools. Serving as a member of our Prevention/SAP Liaison program, the Behavioral Health School Based Coach position is designed to: Provide strength-based behavioral health and wellness coaching to students, families, and school staff within assigned school settings. Support students in developing and utilizing coping skills and positive behavior strategies to improve academic and social-emotional outcomes. Respond to and support students demonstrating concerning behaviors, utilizing de-escalation techniques and collaborating with school staff to ensure safety. Participate in student case conferences and collaborate with caregivers, school personnel, and treatment team members to support student success. Assist in the development and implementation of behavior support plans, positive reinforcement strategies, and evidence-based interventions. Connect students and families to community resources and services, while maintaining timely documentation, outcome tracking, and reporting requirements. The Devereux/TCV Promise

• look below to see what Devereux/TCV can offer you: Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental and vision.

403 (b) retirement plan. Employee Assistance, wellness and work/life balance programs. Extensive opportunities for training, development and professional growth. Dynamic and supportive working environment. Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND

• the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers
• the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential.

This program includes tuition and student loan repayment!

Qualifications:

Master's degree in a social services field (i.e. social work, psychology, counseling, drug and alcohol addiction, education) AND 2 years or more experience working in a school or in higher level of care (i.e., family based, wraparound, RTF, inpatient, etc.). Excellent communication and computer skills. Current valid PA Class I driver's license and use of a personal vehicle required. Act 33, 168 and 34 clearances, Department of Education Fingerprints and Department of Public Welfare Fingerprints both required.

Company Overview:

Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults

• and their families
• every year.

Our Mission:

Devereux changes lives

• by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide

• every day
• for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders.

Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity

• offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors
• is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world
• one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer; Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. Employee assistance / work-life balance program. Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work! Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE