Location: Coldwater,MI, USA
Pansophia Academy is currently hiring for a School Social Worker or Behavior Analyst Are you the next member of our Pansophia Academy Family? We are looking for staff to inspire, connect with, and make a difference in the lives of our students.Pansophia Academy provides exceptional learning opportunities in a caring environment through creative and unique experiences which celebrate and empower the individual. At Pansophia Academy, we pride ourselves on having small class-sizes, open communication and a cohesive K-12 building. In addition to providing that small school hometown feel, pay at Pansophia Academy is competitive and there is always room for career advancement.To learn more about Pansophia Academy, please visit our website at SUMMARY: The State School Aid Act ~ Section 31n. approves the provision of funding to add Licensed Behavioral Health Providers for general education students. The job goal of the 31n(6) Mental Health Service Provider is to serve as a resource to local district leadership teams to help students achieve socioemotional and academic progress by providing individualized support to students, staff, and families in the areas of behavioral and mental health concerning education. The Provider assists students whose behaviors interfere with their ability to obtain maximum benefit from the educational program and acts as a liaison between parents/guardians, school, and public and private agencies responsible for student care and services.QUALIFICATIONS: Must have ONE of the following credentials:Master's Degree in Special Education or Related Human Services FieldSuccessful completion of internship and/or formal training in the analysis of behavior and instructional strategies training related to working with clients, their parents, and other agenciesLicensed Board Certified Behavior AnalystMaster's level psychologist skillsMDE credentialed Master's level School PsychologistLicensed Master's level Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Master's level Professional CounselorLimited licensed Master's level Professional Counselor (under supervision by a Licensed Master's level Professional Counselor)Licensed Master's level Social WorkerLimited Licensed Master's level Social Worker (under the supervision of a Licensed Master's level Social Worker)Licensed Master's level School Social WorkerDESIRED SKILLS:Exceptional communication and interpersonal skillsExperience providing mental health servicesExperience providing assessments and planning interventionsKnowledge of and ability to collaborate with outside agenciesAbility to work well with others to achieve maximum benefits for studentsKnowledge of childhood developmentESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Participate as a member of the building and district support teams to assess all students in making socioemotional and academic progressCollaborate with school staff and community partners to organize and systematically deliver appropriate mental health consultations, services, and referralsProvide assessments, evaluations, service planning, and required documentation in a timely mannerProvide individual or group counseling to identified students in areas such as coping skills, self-esteem, self-regulation, interpersonal relationships, etc.Work with classroom teachers and other professionals on the development of class-wide interventions, individual interventions, functional behavioral assessments, and behavior intervention plans.Meet regularly with school-based teams to discuss student strengthsMaintain a paper file and electronic records, documenting all interactionsKeep up to date with the current best practices, research, and trends regarding trauma and behaviorAccept feedback in a professional mannerDemonstrate ethical handling of confidential student and parent informationDemonstrate reliable attendance and punctualityAdhere to Pansophia Academy's policies and proceduresComplete assigned responsibilities within agreed-upon or established timelinesPerform other duties assigned by the supervisorCompany Benefits:Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans3% 401(k) company contribution4% 401(k) company matchLife, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employerVoluntary Plans Available