School Based Clinician

Company: Growth Works Inc.
Location: Canton
Posted on: November 18, 2023

Job Description:

Job purpose Assists with emotional, social, behavioral, and academic needs of all students in the school, while fostering a safe and inclusive environment. Utilizes various therapeutic approaches, emotional regulation techniques and trauma-informed practices in keeping with Growth Works philosophy and as determined by student need. Incentives/Perks- ongoing supervision towards licensure- as needed, weekly staff led Yoga, ongoing CEU support towards credentials and licensure, financial support towards licensure, credentialing exams and renewal. Responsibilities & dutiesCome join our Team!Consults with administrative staff to allow for support to students during conflict and/or poor behavioral choices while on school grounds.Serve as an advocate to support students, families, and the overall school.Maintains ongoing communication with staff concerning student needs.Initiates counseling/therapeutic contacts with students, as needed. Make appropriate referrals to community agencies to provide ongoing support for students and families. Follows state and district confidentiality requirements.Identifies opportunities for small groups and facilitates them on an as needed basis. Provide mentorship to students and staff. Work through district crisis protocol for studentsImplement restorative practices district wide.Engage in school and district initiatives while embracing overall school and agency culture. Serve as a member of the District/Building Crisis Team upon request. Member of the District Trauma-Informed Team.Function as an adaptable staff member manner, with understanding that your daily functions may adjust based on needs of the school and students on any given day. Identify and explore opportunities to implement preventative services for students and improve the school/ educational experience. Attendance and participation in staff meetings, staff in-services and meetings with community partners, as assigned.Completion of necessary documentation that is requested by administrative personnel and community-based referrals. QualificationsMaster's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or another relevant field of study.Current holder of State of Michigan license as a Social Worker (LLMSW/LMSW) Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC/LPC). Recent graduates will need to apply for license within 30 days of hire. Previous experience within a school settings or educational system is preferred. Knowledge of therapeutic interventions, co-occurring disorders, trauma and brain development preferred.Successful ability to complete agency and school district background screenings and tests Physical requirements:Must be able to complete manual tasks involving dexterity to enter and retrieve data using computer systems, systems applications, and other office equipment.Ability to lift and transport materials/supplies up to 25 lbs. for internal documentation and recordkeeping, court support, and other administrative tasks. EOE PIf571d03ae35c-25660-33076006

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