Child Mental Health Specialist at Anacortes

Job Description

The Child Mental Health Specialist will work collaboratively with the NWESD Prevention Center Mental Health Program Supervisor, local school district administration, and an advisory board to implement comprehensive school counseling and mental health services in local elementary ,middle, and high schools. The Specialist will implement evidence-based practices, in response to identified needs and/or specific grant requirements as applicable. The Mental Health Specialist supports system-wide program development and implementation for at-risk students and may provide direct, consultative, or coordinated service supports to children, families, and partner agencies to promote personal and social-emotional development for participating children/youth, and advance positive and productive learning environments.QUALIFICATIONS:Mental Health Professional {WAC 388-877-0200} with independent Washington State mental health license (Mental Health Counselor [WAC 246-809-220], Marriage and Family Therapist [WAC 246-809-120], and/or Clinical Social Worker [WAC 246-809-320], with certification as "Childrens Mental Health Specialist" required. Public education experience is highly desired for this position.Bilingual/Bicultural skills preferred.Link: www.nwesd.org/human-resources

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Country: USA, State: Washington, City: Anacortes, Company: Northwest Educational Service District.