Program OverviewThe school-based mental health program works in partnership with many local schools to provide on-site counseling and support. The program serves students of all ages, from pre‑k through 12th grade, with a mental health diagnosis and in need of support that goes beyond the scope of what the school can provide. The school-based counseling program offers behavioral health assessments, diagnostic verifications, service plan development sessions, individual counseling, family counseling, group counseling, community support, case management, and psychiatric services. CHRIS180 Therapists work closely with the caregivers of students being served. They also work closely with school administration and teachers, to provide psychoeducation about diagnoses and offer strategies for how to manage behaviors in the school environment.Position DescriptionThe Bilingual School‑Based Therapist is a member of the School-Based Mental Health program and is assigned to a local elementary, middle, or high school within the metro Atlanta area. The Therapist primarily provides individual and family counseling services and facilitates group counseling as clinically appropriate. In collaboration with school staff, the Therapist coordinates referrals, intake assessments, and ongoing case updates to support student success. The Therapist also provides training and consultation to school personnel and other stakeholders on trauma‑informed practices and strategies to support students effectively. The Bilingual School‑Based Therapist must demonstrate competence and proficiency in facilitating clinical services in both English and Spanish.Role & ResponsibilitiesClinical Assessment and TreatmentConduct behavioral health screenings, assessments, and clinical evaluations to identify client strengths, needs, trauma history, level of functioning, working diagnosis and appropriate evidence‑based interventionsProvide trauma‑informed, evidence‑based individual, family, and group counseling services for students and families experiencing mental health, co‑occurring, or substance use concernsUtilize evidence‑based practices and trauma‑informed approaches in all aspects of service coordination and deliveryDevelop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and families and update at a minimum every 180 daysMonitor client progress and evaluate movement toward treatment goalsFacilitate individual, group and family therapy sessions for students grades K‑12 in assigned school(s) utilizing evidence‑based interventionsCare Coordination and CollaborationCoordinate care with school staff, families, internal programs and community providers to make necessary referrals to meet consumer's health, well‑being, education, mental health, and employment needsFacilitate or participate in team meetings for students/clients as needed including 504 or IEP meetingsAdvocate on behalf of students or family with other agencies to include service coordinationFacilitate trauma‑informed professional development trainings for teachers and school staff to promote prevention and early intervention strategies for all studentsDocumentation and Administrative RequirementsMaintain detailed case files and other documentation compliance as outlined by organizational policies and proceduresComplete all clinical documentation and progress notes within 24 hours of date of serviceSubmit timely and accurate administrative reports monthlyPerformance and ConductMaintain confidentiality of client informationMaintain appropriate professional boundariesFollow the CHRIS180 Code of Ethics and organizational policies and proceduresFollow mandated reporting requirements of GA CodeSupport and maintain an environment of emotional and physical safety for clients, staff and other stakeholders at all timesDemonstrate Customer ServicePromote positive image of CHRIS180 programs at all timesWork as a contributing and collaborative team member at CHRIS180 and assigned schoolsDemonstrate professionalism, strong customer service, and timely communication with clients, families, referral sources, stakeholders, and team membersTotal RewardsCompetitive SalaryCompetitive 403(b) benefit defined contribution planHealth care insurance options including HMO or PPODental and vision insurance optionsShort‑term disability paid by CHRIS180Basic life insurance 1× times your salaryEmployee assistance programFlexible spending account11 paid holidaysPTODiscounted college tuition for select colleges and universitiesHybrid or in‑office schedule based on department needsRequirementsThe Bilingual School‑Based Therapist must possess a master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or a related field and meet Georgia requirements for licensure. Must be fluent in both English and Spanish, including written and verbal communication. Must be comfortable providing therapy, psychoeducation, and training services in both languages.The ideal candidate will possess the following:Associate or full licensure in the state of Georgia, or obtain licensure within 6 months of hireClinical expertise in child development, dysfunction, counseling, treatment planning and diagnosisAbility to work independently in the school environment without agency support onsiteAbility to effectively relate to clients, parents/custodians of all social, economic, ethnic and educational backgrounds, with firmness, fairness and concernSolid decision‑making ability as related to the safety and well‑being of clients, families, community and staffBe guided by precedent and established policy and procedure in decision‑making. This person will be required to analyze and react to difficult situations, often while under considerable stress and pressureAbility to communicate using appropriate tone when corresponding verbally or written including proper usage of grammar and spellingAccountability for work being completed accurately and in a timely manner as well as following up as neededCommitment to our vision and mission should be demonstrated in workScheduleThe School‑Based Therapist will report to their assigned school(s) 5 days per week and will remain on campus for the entirety of the school day. School‑Based Therapists must have availability to meet with guardians and families after school or will and will be required to designate at least one day per week with evening availability. Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required to attend school or community outreach events as needed. The School‑Based Therapist is a full‑time position working 40 hours per week year‑round.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.#J-18808-Ljbffr
