School-Based Mental Health Services Counselor/Provider

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Act as the primary liaison between parents and Florida Virtual School concerning mental health wellness and issues.

• Work in partnership with school staff, parents, community organizations, and students to foster optimal learning results.

• Offer consultation and support to students and parents regarding mental health, community resources, and postvention strategies.

• Counsel teachers on students exhibiting mental health challenges.

• Educate students, families, and staff on mental health wellness and Youth Mental Health First Aid.

• Provide consultation, in-service training, and professional development for school and district personnel.

• Assess the appropriate level of intervention for students experiencing distress.

• Coordinate transition and reintegration plans for students facing mental health challenges.

• Conduct screenings and assessments related to mental health.

• Engage in school-based Threat Assessment Teams, monitoring concerns related to harm and Threat Assessment data.

• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions.

• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings focused on instructional and behavioral requirements.

• Stay informed on state and federal legislation pertaining to mental and emotional health.

• Achieve a service satisfaction rating of 90 percent or higher.

• Support the performance objectives for FLVS students.

• Participate in a minimum of three annual FLVS presentations to community stakeholders and/or educational groups.

• Fulfill professional responsibilities through effective work habits and timely organization of resources and meetings.

• Carry out other job-related tasks as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s Degree or higher in Behavioral Health Sciences, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related discipline.

• A valid license issued by the State of Florida in School Psychology, Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, or Clinical Psychology (preferred).

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience working with children in educational or related settings.

• At least five (5) years of experience in mental health and/or crisis counseling.

• Experience in working with adolescents facing mental health and/or social-emotional challenges.

• Comprehensive knowledge of all state and federal educational regulations.

• Proficient in techniques for analyzing and assessing individual students’ mental health requirements.

• Familiarity with behavioral management strategies.

• Understanding of social and emotional learning competencies.

• Knowledge of the DSM V and ICD-10.

• Awareness of community mental health resources and services.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, including skills in presentation and publication.

• Strong interpersonal skills and capacity to work effectively and independently with a diverse, multicultural, and interdisciplinary team.

• Proficiency in organizational and coordination skills.

• Ability to cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, and staff.

• Capability to implement innovative problem-solving strategies.

• Proficient with required and recommended FLVS computer applications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary structure.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Generous paid time off that includes 25 holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

• Opportunities for professional development.