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Effective School Solutions · 11 hours ago

School-Based Mental Health Technician

Eastchester, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Effective School Solutions is currently seeking a Mental Health Technician to join their team in Eastchester, NY. The role involves providing direct client care, including in-classroom social-emotional counseling, crisis management, and data collection, while assisting with classroom management and supporting students' mental health needs.

Education Management

Responsibilities

Promote and deliver trauma-attuned interventions consistent with needs of the student in a safe and ethical manner that promote and sustain academic and mental health stability

Assist students with activities of daily school day; attends to student behavioral needs and provide assistance in de-escalation and crisis intervention, as needed

Work with other members of the ESS/classroom multi-disciplinary team in leading/assisting student activities and groups

Understand and follow classroom management protocols and daily schedules

Understand continuum of mental health services within the school environment and greater community supports

Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Develop strong working relationships with school/District leadership, teachers and paraprofessionals

Maintain confidentiality of student records and strong professional boundaries

Participate in all ESS team training and meetings

Document student observations, following prescribed procedures and standards

Qualification

Licensed Behavioral TherapistCrisis management experienceBachelor’s degree in psychologyMental illness treatment knowledgeFamiliesCommunity healthEffective problem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Two or more years of experience working in a mental health setting, preferably with children and adolescents ages 5-18

Effective problem-solving and communication skills

Experience working with students and families, as well as community health and social services agencies

Preferred

Licensed Behavioral Therapist

Experience and knowledge of mental illness treatment with highly acute children and adolescents and continuum of care (crisis management experience strongly preferred)