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Cocke County School Based Mental Health LiaisonHelp Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life.Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day?Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life?And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated?You have a lot of choices in where you work make the decision to work where you are valued!Join the McNabb Center Team as the Cocke County School Based Mental Health Liaison program today!The Cocke County School Based Mental Health LiaisonThe School Based Mental Health Liaison (SBMHL) program provides direct mental health services in the Coke County school system.Liaisons will provide individual consultation to teachers and assist them in structuring classrooms to enhance the learning environment for children whose risk of developing an emotional, behavioral, or substance abuse problem is significantly higher than average or children who have minimal but detectable signs or symptoms foreshadowing a disorder.Liaisons will provide training and education to teachers, school staff, and students to promote healthy learning environments.Liaisons will work closely with families and assist in the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP).Liaisons will also provide direct services to identified students.Demonstrated knowledge and competency in mental health service provision and leadership.1. Provides all services to insure successful implementation of Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services grant.Conducts individual, family, and group counseling.Provides advocacy, linkage, and referral services as needed.Provides mental health assessments and evaluations.Participates in IEP and other school related meetings.Provides parent, school or school staff training.Interfaces professionally with school personnel and other agenciesConducts group sessions with children and/or parents.Interfaces professionally with school personnel and provides therapeutic support.2. Maintain HRMC and CARF documentation standardsMaintains appropriate chart records that reflect both HRMC and CARF standards.Completes all documentation in a timely manner.Upholds center policy and procedures, and CARF standards.Maintains adequate record keeping ensuring all grant reporting requirements are met in a timely manner.3. Meet all productivity standardsMaintain active caseload of individual therapy clients.Completes assessments within two weeks once all paperwork is completed for school-based services.4. Demonstrate and maintain a positive work climate and overall team effort.Demonstrate consideration and concern for fellow co-workers and their job responsibilities.Promote harmonious relationships by openly communicating any concerns, keeping a positive attitude and helping others.Accepting additional assignments and responsibilities with a positive attitude.COMPENSATION:Starting salary for this position is approximately $52,274 /yr based on relevant experience and education.Schedule:Monday - Friday 8am -5pmTravel:Potential travel required to family homes to provide therapy services or meet families out in the community.Equipment/Technology:Basic computer skills are required for email, timekeeping, and documentation in the electronic medical record.QUALIFICATIONS - Cocke County School Based Mental Health LiaisonEducation:Must have a Master's Degree in a human services field such as counselor or social work.Experience / Knowledge:Must have a Master's Degree in a human services field such as counselor or social work. Must have two (2) years' experience working with children with emotional or behavioral problems, or two (2) years of experience with adolescent substance use/abuse prevention, or a combination of the two.Applicants should have experience leading groups and trainings.In addition, applicants should have course work in the areas of cultural diversity, human development, etiology and treatment of mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, suicid