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If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY ! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do.

Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you!

We are currently looking to fill a Community Schools Coordinator role at our Southeast office in Chicago.

SALARY:

• The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $53,000 and $8,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level.

• Supervises Community School staff may include interns and volunteers; develops comprehensive trainings and participates in the hiring and termination process of program staff.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive training program.
• Manages all components of the Community School which includes out-of-school-time programs, adult services, family and community activities, recruitment and retention, and community development.
• Utilizes skills necessary to effectively address all levels of risk management, implementing a restorative approach when responding to behavioral problems in the Community School program.
• Conducts a comprehensive needs assessment plan of the school and community to ensure services provide a range of learning, are culturally competent, based in a restorative approach and meet the highest needs of the school and community.
• Plans and makes recommendations for the implementation of high-quality program activities that meet the mission and vision of the Community School values (pillars).
• Provide a range of learning.
• Facilitates Community School Advisory Board meetings, delegates tasks among members, and recruit members as needed.
• Shares responsibility with the Community School Advisory Board to ensure funder deliverables are met and agency and funder standards for out-of-school-time.
• Ensures that site-based reporting and program evaluation components are completed. This includes record-keeping, monitoring policies and procedures, evaluating program outcomes, and analyzing data to support recruitment and retention efforts.
• Provides direct service to youth and parents.
• Organize consumer and/or oversight committees.
• Seeks input from teachers, school staff, LSC members, parents, and students to determine ongoing needs of students and families.
• Negotiates agreements within the approved program with agencies and individuals who provide services.
• Secures appropriate agency approvals as necessary. At principal's request, and with agency approval, assumes responsibility for additional out-of-school-time programs.
• Assures that site-based reporting and evaluation components are completed.
• Manages all aspects of the Community School budget. Responsible for maintaining expenditures within budget, processing payment for Independent Contractors, making purchases for programs, updating budget tracking system weekly, and reviewing financial reports regularly.
• Makes purchases for program as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated intermediate experience in Microsoft Suite, including excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with school personnel, agency staff, parents, and community partners.
• Available to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and some weekends.
• Ability to work in dual accountability, milieu-responsible to the agency and/but also to school administration.
• Access to mobility on regular basis required, an automobile with insurance coverage and a valid driver’s license may be required depending on location.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required depending on location.
• Proficient in required computer programs such as Microsoft 365/Microsoft Office, including excel, required or the ability to learn within the first 3 months.

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of total combined (work/volunteer/internship) experience in program development or program management, and working with children in an educational, activity, or social service program required.
• OR High School Diploma or GED required and 6+ years of total combined (work/volunteer/internship) experience in program development or program management,
  and working with children in an educational, activity, or social service program required.
• 1+ year of supervisory or team lead experience preferred.

• Satisfactorily pass all relevant screenings and criminal background checks.

• Driving for work preferred with a personally owned vehicle. Travel between sites required.

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for sustained periods of time, frequently talk, hear, use hands and fingers to feel, handle, and operate objects or controls, and occasionally stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel and crouch.
  The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal.

• Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage.
• Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,0 0 to individual, and 4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date.
• FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members.
• Ascensus 401K plan services with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on day one of eligibility.

• Some of the above benefits are available for part-time and temporary workers, but not all. Be sure to inquire upon your hire as to which benefits apply to you.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Community School Coordinator serves an integral role in the Community School Strategy. The Coordinator will support the Resilient Communities, Families and Schools Partnership’s goal to empower schools in underserved and rural communities by strengthening community partnerships, promote trauma sensitive practice and enhance coordination of wrap-around prevention/intervention services for children and families.

The Community Schools Coordinator will support the following RCFS Partnership goals:

1. Implement a multi-tiered system of in-school and community supports so that schools are better equipped to serve students’ diverse needs, including but not limited to their most basic needs and academic needs;

2. Build capacity for community providers, parents, school support staff to better support students through positive behavioral and mental health interventions and prevention;

3. Enhance student resilience by delivering wrap-around services and SEL instruction to support the behavioral and mental health of students.

The Coordinator is responsible for supporting the implementation, integration, alignment and coordination of the community school strategy at the school level. The Coordinator will work in close partnership with the school principal to align programs, services and opportunities collaboratively.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (based on School and Community Need)

• Support the development and implementation of the Community Schools Implementation Plan in coordination with school leaders, National Consultant and other key stakeholders. Duties may include:

  • Support the principal on the integration of partners and community members into school governance structures (i.e., School Leadership, School Safety, Child Study and Attendance teams).

  • Convene and staff the site-based Community School Leadership Team, a coordinating body that is co-led by the principal and Community Schools Coordinator and may comprise of administrators, teachers, support services staff, partners, parents and others to identify needs, set priorities and coordinate the strategy.

• Support the ongoing nurturing of relationships to further integrate community-based programs and supports based on student, school and community needs. Duties may include:

  • Coordinate needs and resource assessment activities on an ongoing basis, employing a variety of strategies and including a broad cross-section of stakeholders.

  • Support existing community-based initiatives and explore other opportunities within the community.

• Act as a friendly, consistent and approachable presence to support school community.

• Act as a thought partner and collaborator in the overall Resilient Communities, Schools and Families Project. Duties may include:

  • Participate in capacity-building activities including trainings and other school and project-wide events, as appropriate.

  • Represent the initiative in various communication opportunities and participate in advocacy activities to promote the initiative, as appropriate.

• Support the evaluation of the community school by coordinating the collection of data, timely submission of reports and responses to other requests in partnership with school and project leadership.

• Execute other tasks as indicated by the Principal.

• Delivery through a trauma-informed, family-centered and strengths-based approach in alignment with the RCSF project vision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in education or related field OR three (3) years of experience in public health, education, social work, community development and/or leadership training required or related experience;

• Experience in grassroots community outreach and organizing including building and facilitating partnerships and relationships, preferred;

• Experience in coordinating comprehensive program activities in a school or institutional setting, including understanding and knowledge of Hawai’i DOE system, preferred;

• Knowledge of community and ability to grow and nurture new and existing relationships within the community preferred;

• Working knowledge of personal computer software applications such as Word, Excel and Google Suite;

• Can analyze and collaboratively problem solve issues;

• Good organizational and ability to multitask and prioritize;

• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work, communicate and collaborate effectively and inclusively;

• Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence;

• Requires strong oral and written communication skills;

• Comfort facilitating and conducting workshops in front of large audiences; preferred;

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Pass a criminal background check.

• Must be COVID-19 fully vaccinated.

**DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE **

• Priority given to candidates with experience or background in Native Hawaiian culture, Native Hawaiian language skills, and/or years of experience working with Native Hawaiian communities.

• Priority given to candidates with experience and training in trauma-informed and trauma-responsive practices.

• Experience in school communities and local community organizations preferred.

Reports to : School Principal or designee

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $20/hour for 35 hours per week, observing the teacher work schedule as set out in the DOE academic calendar (approximately 40 weeks)

• Employee will receive 10 paid time off days per year

• Employee shall not work on DOE holidays and breaks unless authorized to do so by Ceeds of Peace. An exception shall be made for summer 2022 – employee will be required to work through summer 2022, but will not work in subsequent summers.

• Individual Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision premium will be covered by the employer during the course of employment.

• Position may be annually renewable for up to 2 additional years after year 1, subject to funding availability and performance.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Community School Coordinator serves an integral role in the Community School Strategy. The Coordinator will support the Resilient Communities, Families and Schools Partnership’s goal to empower schools in underserved and rural communities by strengthening community partnerships, promote trauma sensitive practice and enhance coordination of wrap-around prevention/intervention services for children and families.

The Community Schools Coordinator will support the following RCFS Partnership goals:

1. Implement a multi-tiered system of in-school and community supports so that schools are better equipped to serve students’ diverse needs, including but not limited to their most basic needs and academic needs;

2. Build capacity for community providers, parents, school support staff to better support students through positive behavioral and mental health interventions and prevention;

3. Enhance student resilience by delivering wrap-around services and SEL instruction to support the behavioral and mental health of students.

The Coordinator is responsible for supporting the implementation, integration, alignment and coordination of the community school strategy at the school level. The Coordinator will work in close partnership with the school principal to align programs, services and opportunities collaboratively.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (based on School and Community Need)

• Support the development and implementation of the Community Schools Implementation Plan in coordination with school leaders, National Consultant and other key stakeholders. Duties may include:

  • Support the principal on the integration of partners and community members into school governance structures (i.e., School Leadership, School Safety, Child Study and Attendance teams).

  • Convene and staff the site-based Community School Leadership Team, a coordinating body that is co-led by the principal and Community Schools Coordinator and may comprise of administrators, teachers, support services staff, partners, parents and others to identify needs, set priorities and coordinate the strategy.

• Support the ongoing nurturing of relationships to further integrate community-based programs and supports based on student, school and community needs. Duties may include:

  • Coordinate needs and resource assessment activities on an ongoing basis, employing a variety of strategies and including a broad cross-section of stakeholders.

  • Support existing community-based initiatives and explore other opportunities within the community.

• Act as a friendly, consistent and approachable presence to support school community.

• Act as a thought partner and collaborator in the overall Resilient Communities, Schools and Families Project. Duties may include:

  • Participate in capacity-building activities including trainings and other school and project-wide events, as appropriate.

  • Represent the initiative in various communication opportunities and participate in advocacy activities to promote the initiative, as appropriate.

• Support the evaluation of the community school by coordinating the collection of data, timely submission of reports and responses to other requests in partnership with school and project leadership.

• Execute other tasks as indicated by the Principal.

• Delivery through a trauma-informed, family-centered and strengths-based approach in alignment with the RCSF project vision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in education or related field OR three (3) years of experience in public health, education, social work, community development and/or leadership training required or related experience;

• Experience in grassroots community outreach and organizing including building and facilitating partnerships and relationships, preferred;

• Experience in coordinating comprehensive program activities in a school or institutional setting, including understanding and knowledge of Hawai’i DOE system, preferred;

• Knowledge of community and ability to grow and nurture new and existing relationships within the community preferred;

• Working knowledge of personal computer software applications such as Word, Excel and Google Suite;

• Can analyze and collaboratively problem solve issues;

• Good organizational and ability to multitask and prioritize;

• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work, communicate and collaborate effectively and inclusively;

• Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence;

• Requires strong oral and written communication skills;

• Comfort facilitating and conducting workshops in front of large audiences; preferred;

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Pass a criminal background check.

• Must be COVID-19 fully vaccinated.

**DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE **

• Priority given to candidates with experience or background in Native Hawaiian culture, Native Hawaiian language skills, and/or years of experience working with Native Hawaiian communities.

• Priority given to candidates with experience and training in trauma-informed and trauma-responsive practices.

• Experience in school communities and local community organizations preferred.

Reports to : School Principal or designee

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $20/hour for 35 hours per week, observing the teacher work schedule as set out in the DOE academic calendar (approximately 40 weeks)

• Employee will receive 10 paid time off days per year

• Employee shall not work on DOE holidays and breaks unless authorized to do so by Ceeds of Peace. An exception shall be made for summer 2022 – employee will be required to work through summer 2022, but will not work in subsequent summers.

• Individual Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision premium will be covered by the employer during the course of employment.

• Position may be annually renewable for up to 2 additional years after year 1, subject to funding availability and performance.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Community School Coordinator serves an integral role in the Community School Strategy. The Coordinator will support the Resilient Communities, Families and Schools Partnership’s goal to empower schools in underserved and rural communities by strengthening community partnerships, promote trauma sensitive practice and enhance coordination of wrap-around prevention/intervention services for children and families.

The Community Schools Coordinator will support the following RCFS Partnership goals: 

1. Implement a multi-tiered system of in-school and community supports so that schools are better equipped to serve students’ diverse needs, including but not limited to their most basic needs and academic needs;

2. Build capacity for community providers, parents, school support staff to better support students through positive behavioral and mental health interventions and prevention;

3. Enhance student resilience by delivering wrap-around services and SEL instruction to support the behavioral and mental health of students.

The Coordinator is responsible for supporting the implementation, integration, alignment and coordination of the community school strategy at the school level. The Coordinator will work in close partnership with the school principal to align programs, services and opportunities collaboratively. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (based on School and Community Need) 

• Support the development and implementation of the Community Schools Implementation Plan in coordination with school leaders, National Consultant and other key stakeholders. Duties may include:

• Support the principal on the integration of partners and community members into school governance structures (i.e., School Leadership, School Safety, Child Study and Attendance teams). 

• Convene and staff the site-based Community School Leadership Team, a coordinating body that is co-led by the principal and Community Schools Coordinator and may comprise of administrators, teachers, support services staff, partners, parents and others to identify needs, set priorities and coordinate the strategy. 

• Support the ongoing nurturing of relationships to further integrate community-based programs and supports based on student, school and community needs. Duties may include: 

• Coordinate needs and resource assessment activities on an ongoing basis, employing a variety of strategies and including a broad cross-section of stakeholders. 

• Support existing community-based initiatives and explore other opportunities within the community. 

• Act as a friendly, consistent and approachable presence to support school community. 

• Act as a thought partner and collaborator in the overall Resilient Communities, Schools and Families Project. Duties may include: 

• Participate in capacity-building activities including trainings and other school and project-wide events, as appropriate. 

• Represent the initiative in various communication opportunities and participate in advocacy activities to promote the initiative, as appropriate. 

• Support the evaluation of the community school by coordinating the collection of data, timely submission of reports and responses to other requests in partnership with school and project leadership. 

• Execute other tasks as indicated by the Principal. 

• Delivery through a trauma-informed, family-centered and strengths-based approach in alignment with the RCSF project vision.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in education or related field OR three (3) years of experience in public health, education, social work, community development and/or leadership training required or related experience;

• Experience in grassroots community outreach and organizing including building and facilitating partnerships and relationships, preferred;

• Experience in coordinating comprehensive program activities in a school or institutional setting, including understanding and knowledge of Hawai’i DOE system, preferred;

• Knowledge of community and ability to grow and nurture new and existing relationships within the community preferred;

• Working knowledge of personal computer software applications such as Word,      Excel and Google Suite;

• Can analyze and collaboratively problem solve issues;

• Good organizational and ability to multitask and prioritize;

• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work, communicate and collaborate effectively and inclusively;

• Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, staff and administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence;

• Requires strong oral and written communication skills;

• Comfort facilitating and conducting workshops in front of large audiences; preferred;

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Pass a criminal background check.

• Must be COVID-19 fully vaccinated.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

• Priority given to candidates with experience or background in Native Hawaiian culture, Native Hawaiian language skills, and/or years of experience working with Native Hawaiian communities.   

• Priority given to candidates with experience and training in trauma-informed and trauma-responsive practices. 

• Experience in school communities and local community organizations preferred.

    Reports to : School Principal or designee

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $20/hour for 35 hours per week, observing the teacher work schedule as set out in the DOE academic calendar (approximately 40 weeks)

• Employee will receive 10 paid time off days per year

• Employee shall not work on DOE holidays and breaks unless authorized to do so by Ceeds of Peace.  An exception shall be made for summer 2022 – employee will be required to work through summer 2022, but will not work in subsequent summers.

• Individual Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision premium will be covered by the employer during the course of employment.

• Position may be annually renewable for up to 2 additional years after year 1, subject to funding availability and performance.

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. is looking for mental health therapists to provide consultation and advocacy, program development, and therapy services to students and families within PG Community Schools.

ABH is a family centered mental health program that offers a wraparound approach to treatment. We specialize in Psychiatry, Off-Site Counseling Services, On-Site therapy, and Therapeutic Mentoring. If you share our mission and vision, we invite you to join a team that wants to make a difference within the community.

Sign-On and Retention Bonuses: $5,000 or $,000 if Bi-Lingual, English/Spanish
Compensation: 63,500 - 85,000 based on licensure, experience, and if bilingual Spanish
Job Types: W2, Full-Time
Location: Prince George's County

Essential Functions:

• Comply with CARF/COMAR/HIPAA/State compliance regulations.
• Comply with EMR and uphold the 48-hour documentation standard.
• Prevention and Advocacy
• Provide consultation to school staff and parents to facilitate student educational, social, and emotional growth.
• Obtain information concerning the effects of the environment, including family, cultural, and economic disadvantages that may be adversely affecting student progress.
• Collaborate with the Response to Intervention (RTI) team to develop plans of assistance for students at risk of academic and/or behavioral difficulty.
• Liaise with school and community service agencies involved with students.
• Serve as the home-school-community liaison responsible for effective resource utilization and positive relations with stakeholders. Serve as a mediator within the school.
• Maintain appropriate contact with referral sources and provides updates on changes in status of clients as applicable while work cooperatively with other members of the client's treatment team.

• Conduct needs assessments.
• Plan for support services both within and outside the school.
• Facilitate special support groups, i.e. students with incarcerated parents, grief and loss, divorce, teen parents, conflict resolution, etc. as needed.
• Liaise with administrators to implement effective policies and facilitate professional development for staff that address school safety and core needs of students.

• Provide individual and group counseling
• Facilitate workshops for staff, school administrators, and parents.
• Interface with parents to provide psychoeducation and present opportunities for them to learn how to support their student(s).
• Serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and participate in all related meetings (MDT, IEP, manifestation, etc.)
• Conduct clinical evaluations and other related assessments for initial evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Collaborate with teachers within the classroom setting to implement student support services.
• Collect data for the purpose of monitoring social/emotional progress and evaluating effectiveness of services.
• Provide technical assistance on strategies that improve outcomes for special education students.
• Coordinate the design and implementation of behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessments. Keeping thorough records and progress notes of each student receiving services.
• Completing student progress reports.
• Provide therapy to students in Prince George's County Schools.

• Attend monthly department meetings.
• Respond to communication (phone, email, text) from clients and families, referral sources, and ABH staff within 24 hours or the next business day.

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related discipline.
• Licensed in the state of Maryland as a LMSW, LGPC, LCPC, LCSW-C.
• A minimum of two (2) years of work experience counseling in an urban school/setting with a track record of high student achievement preferred.
• Ability to conduct clinical interviews and write comprehensive social history evaluations.
• Ability to administer, interpret, and analyze related assessment instruments. Demonstrated understanding of managed care concepts and willingness to provide treatment and work within that system.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic dynamics present among the practices service population(s).
• Ability to manage, delegate and manage multiple tasks with completing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to be proactive and work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring clinical integrity and quality of services provided to clients and their families. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

• Retention and Attendance Bonus Plan Agreements
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Insurance Policies: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO and Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Paid Birthday
• Company Paid CEU's
• Company Sponsored Certifications
• Paid Supervision by Board Approved Supervisors

Join us at Villages of California where we envision a world where our youth can thrive.

A Little Bit About Us:

We are a team of professionals who imagine a world where students are equipped with the skills and knowledge to help themselves; where each student is given the professional support to overcome their unique challenges and realize their academic and personal potential. We have created a team-based approach beyond the traditional client/therapist treatment setting where we provide more than what families and their children were receiving in weekly therapy sessions. We hope to continue to make strides for individuals and their families struggling with substance abuse, mental health issues, and academic challenges. Join us and let's work together to help our youth thrive.

A Little Bit About You:

You are:

• An empathetic and culturally competent clinician who builds trust quickly.
• A self-starter with strong clinical judgment and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Passionate about youth mental health and committed to engaging families and schools in the therapeutic process.
• A creative problem-solver with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work across diverse environments, including schools, homes, and community settings.

1. Providing therapeutic services including individual, family, parent-focused, and group therapy to youth and families in school, home, and community settings.
2. Facilitating family engagement and parent coaching sessions to support caregivers in strengthening relationships, improving communication, and enhancing parenting skills.
3. Partnering with families to develop collaborative treatment goals that reflect family dynamics and cultural values.
4. Providing clinical feedback and coordinating care with school personnel, community agencies, and other service providers.
5. Conducting crisis intervention, threat assessments and immediate response services as needed across settings.
6. Provide ongoing crisis support on school campuses or within the community as instructed by site administration and/or their supervisor. This includes responding to urgent needs in a timely, professional, and trauma-informed manner.
7. Delivering case management and linking clients and families to appropriate community services and resources.
8. Meeting productivity requirements and managing a caseload aligned with agency expectations.
9. Completing documentation such as progress notes, assessments, and treatment plans on time and per policy.
10. Formulating psychosocial diagnoses by assessing history, presenting issues, and symptoms.
11. Utilizing Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) including MAP, TF-CBT, Seeking Safety, and parent-focused modalities.
12. Monitoring client and family progress and adjusting treatment through formal outcome measures.
13. Engaging in clinical supervision, integrating feedback into clinical practice, and actively contributing to team discussions.
14. Developing professional knowledge through continuing education, workshops, and best practices.
15. Maintaining confidentiality in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
16. Promoting agency values and mission in all client and community interactions.
17. Participating in team and all-staff meetings and maintaining accountability in attendance and engagement.
18. Demonstrating professionalism with clients, peers, and external partners.
19. Representing the agency in a positive manner within school systems, community organizations, and external meetings. This includes representing the agency's values and standards in collaborative environments with school staff, business partners, and community stakeholders.
20. Incorporating trauma-informed and culturally responsive care in all services delivered.
21. Participate in organized school events, workshops, and activities as directed by their supervisor. This includes supporting initiatives that promote collaboration with school staff and student engagement.
22. Participate in agency events, including those scheduled on weekends, as directed by their supervisor. Attendance is considered part of the employee's professional responsibilities.
23. Performing other duties as assigned by supervisors.

• Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Licensure: Registered or licensed with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Maintenance of licensure is a condition of employment.
• Experience: Familiarity with state and county regulations, and experience working with diverse populations preferred.
• Training: Certification/training in EBPs such as MAP, TF-CBT, Seeking Safety is preferred.
• Skills:
• Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office.
• Strong documentation, case conceptualization, and time management skills.
• Ability to build rapport with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Effective boundary-setting and professional behavior modeling.
• Spanish bilingual skills are preferred but not required.

• Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Villages of California Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Proficiency in MS Office systems.
• Ability to utilize an electronic medical records.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment
• Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients.
• Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor.
• Understanding of youth/adult/adolescent development and family systems
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to be flexible; problem solver, self-directed; customer service-oriented, and collaborative.
• Skills and ability to engage and develop a rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, not required.

• Requires flexibility to work in schools, homes, and community environments.
• Must be able to travel locally; reliable transportation, valid CA driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and a safe driving record are required.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. is looking for mental health therapists to provide consultation and advocacy, program development, and therapy services to students and families within PG Community Schools. 

ABH is a family centered mental health program that offers a wraparound approach to treatment. We specialize in Psychiatry, Off-Site Counseling Services, On-Site therapy, and Therapeutic Mentoring. If you share our mission and vision, we invite you to join a team that wants to make a difference within the community. 

Sign-On and Retention Bonuses:   $5,000 or $,000 if Bi-Lingual, English/Spanish
Compensation:   $ 3,500 - 85,000 based on licensure, experience, and if bilingual Spanish
Job Types: W2, Full-Time
Location: Prince George's County

Essential Functions:

• Comply with CARF/COMAR/HIPAA/State compliance regulations.
• Comply with EMR and uphold the 48-hour documentation standard.
• Prevention and Advocacy
• Provide consultation to school staff and parents to facilitate student educational, social, and emotional growth.
• Obtain information concerning the effects of the environment, including family, cultural, and economic disadvantages that may be adversely affecting student progress.
• Collaborate with the Response to Intervention (RTI) team to develop plans of assistance for students at risk of academic and/or behavioral difficulty.
• Liaise with school and community service agencies involved with students.
• Serve as the home-school-community liaison responsible for effective resource utilization and positive relations with stakeholders. Serve as a mediator within the school.
• Maintain appropriate contact with referral sources and provides updates on changes in status of clients as applicable while work cooperatively with other members of the client’s treatment team. 

Program Development

• Conduct needs assessments.
• Plan for support services both within and outside the school.
• Facilitate special support groups, i.e. students with incarcerated parents, grief and loss, divorce, teen parents, conflict resolution, etc. as needed.
• Liaise with administrators to implement effective policies and facilitate professional development for staff that address school safety and core needs of students.

Direct Services

• Provide individual and group counseling
• Facilitate workshops for staff, school administrators, and parents.
• Interface with parents to provide psychoeducation and present opportunities for them to learn how to support their student(s).
• Serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and participate in all related meetings (MDT, IEP, manifestation, etc.)
• Conduct clinical evaluations and other related assessments for initial evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Collaborate with teachers within the classroom setting to implement student support services.
• Collect data for the purpose of monitoring social/emotional progress and evaluating effectiveness of services.
• Provide technical assistance on strategies that improve outcomes for special education students.
• Coordinate the design and implementation of behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessments. Keeping thorough records and progress notes of each student receiving services.
• Completing student progress reports.
• Provide therapy to students in Prince George’s County Schools.

Administrative

• Attend monthly department meetings.
• Respond to communication (phone, email, text) from clients and families, referral sources, and ABH staff within 24 hours or the next business day.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related discipline.
• Licensed in the state of Maryland as a LMSW, LGPC, LCPC, LCSW-C.
• A minimum of two (2) years of work experience counseling in an urban school/setting with a track record of high student achievement preferred.
• Ability to conduct clinical interviews and write comprehensive social history evaluations.
• Ability to administer, interpret, and analyze related assessment instruments. Demonstrated understanding of managed care concepts and willingness to provide treatment and work within that system.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic dynamics present among the practices service population(s).
• Ability to manage, delegate and manage multiple tasks with completing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to be proactive and work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring clinical integrity and quality of services provided to clients and their families. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Retention and Attendance Bonus Plan Agreements
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance 
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability  
• Voluntary Insurance Policies: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO and Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Paid Birthday 
• Company Paid CEU's 
• Company Sponsored Certifications
• Paid Supervision by Board Approved Supervisors

ABH is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. ABH does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability (including HIV status), veteran status, military obligations, or marital status. This policy applies to hiring, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, and terminations and applies to all ABH employees, interns, clients, and contractors. 

Join our team and make a difference!

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. is looking for mental health therapists to provide consultation and advocacy, program development, and therapy services to students and families within PG Community Schools. 

ABH is a family centered mental health program that offers a wraparound approach to treatment. We specialize in Psychiatry, Off-Site Counseling Services, On-Site therapy, and Therapeutic Mentoring. If you share our mission and vision, we invite you to join a team that wants to make a difference within the community. 

Sign-On and Retention Bonuses:   $5,000 or $,000 if Bi-Lingual, English/Spanish
Compensation:   $ 3,500 - 85,000 based on licensure, experience, and if bilingual Spanish
Job Types: W2, Full-Time
Location: Prince George's County

Essential Functions:

• Comply with CARF/COMAR/HIPAA/State compliance regulations.
• Comply with EMR and uphold the 48-hour documentation standard.
• Prevention and Advocacy
• Provide consultation to school staff and parents to facilitate student educational, social, and emotional growth.
• Obtain information concerning the effects of the environment, including family, cultural, and economic disadvantages that may be adversely affecting student progress.
• Collaborate with the Response to Intervention (RTI) team to develop plans of assistance for students at risk of academic and/or behavioral difficulty.
• Liaise with school and community service agencies involved with students.
• Serve as the home-school-community liaison responsible for effective resource utilization and positive relations with stakeholders. Serve as a mediator within the school.
• Maintain appropriate contact with referral sources and provides updates on changes in status of clients as applicable while work cooperatively with other members of the client’s treatment team. 

Program Development

• Conduct needs assessments.
• Plan for support services both within and outside the school.
• Facilitate special support groups, i.e. students with incarcerated parents, grief and loss, divorce, teen parents, conflict resolution, etc. as needed.
• Liaise with administrators to implement effective policies and facilitate professional development for staff that address school safety and core needs of students.

Direct Services

• Provide individual and group counseling
• Facilitate workshops for staff, school administrators, and parents.
• Interface with parents to provide psychoeducation and present opportunities for them to learn how to support their student(s).
• Serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and participate in all related meetings (MDT, IEP, manifestation, etc.)
• Conduct clinical evaluations and other related assessments for initial evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Collaborate with teachers within the classroom setting to implement student support services.
• Collect data for the purpose of monitoring social/emotional progress and evaluating effectiveness of services.
• Provide technical assistance on strategies that improve outcomes for special education students.
• Coordinate the design and implementation of behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessments. Keeping thorough records and progress notes of each student receiving services.
• Completing student progress reports.
• Provide therapy to students in Prince George’s County Schools.

Administrative

• Attend monthly department meetings.
• Respond to communication (phone, email, text) from clients and families, referral sources, and ABH staff within 24 hours or the next business day.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related discipline.
• Licensed in the state of Maryland as a LMSW, LGPC, LCPC, LCSW-C.
• A minimum of two (2) years of work experience counseling in an urban school/setting with a track record of high student achievement preferred.
• Ability to conduct clinical interviews and write comprehensive social history evaluations.
• Ability to administer, interpret, and analyze related assessment instruments. Demonstrated understanding of managed care concepts and willingness to provide treatment and work within that system.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic dynamics present among the practices service population(s).
• Ability to manage, delegate and manage multiple tasks with completing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to be proactive and work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring clinical integrity and quality of services provided to clients and their families. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Retention and Attendance Bonus Plan Agreements
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance 
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability  
• Voluntary Insurance Policies: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO and Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Paid Birthday 
• Company Paid CEU's 
• Company Sponsored Certifications
• Paid Supervision by Board Approved Supervisors

ABH is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. ABH does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability (including HIV status), veteran status, military obligations, or marital status. This policy applies to hiring, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, and terminations and applies to all ABH employees, interns, clients, and contractors. 

Join our team and make a difference!

Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. is looking for mental health therapists to provide consultation and advocacy, program development, and therapy services to students and families within PG Community Schools. 

ABH is a family centered mental health program that offers a wraparound approach to treatment. We specialize in Psychiatry, Off-Site Counseling Services, On-Site therapy, and Therapeutic Mentoring. If you share our mission and vision, we invite you to join a team that wants to make a difference within the community. 

Sign-On and Retention Bonuses:   $5,000 or $,000 if Bi-Lingual, English/Spanish
Compensation:   $ 3,500 - 85,000 based on licensure, experience, and if bilingual Spanish
Job Types: W2, Full-Time
Location: Prince George's County

Essential Functions:

• Comply with CARF/COMAR/HIPAA/State compliance regulations.
• Comply with EMR and uphold the 48-hour documentation standard.
• Prevention and Advocacy
• Provide consultation to school staff and parents to facilitate student educational, social, and emotional growth.
• Obtain information concerning the effects of the environment, including family, cultural, and economic disadvantages that may be adversely affecting student progress.
• Collaborate with the Response to Intervention (RTI) team to develop plans of assistance for students at risk of academic and/or behavioral difficulty.
• Liaise with school and community service agencies involved with students.
• Serve as the home-school-community liaison responsible for effective resource utilization and positive relations with stakeholders. Serve as a mediator within the school.
• Maintain appropriate contact with referral sources and provides updates on changes in status of clients as applicable while work cooperatively with other members of the client’s treatment team. 

Program Development

• Conduct needs assessments.
• Plan for support services both within and outside the school.
• Facilitate special support groups, i.e. students with incarcerated parents, grief and loss, divorce, teen parents, conflict resolution, etc. as needed.
• Liaise with administrators to implement effective policies and facilitate professional development for staff that address school safety and core needs of students.

Direct Services

• Provide individual and group counseling
• Facilitate workshops for staff, school administrators, and parents.
• Interface with parents to provide psychoeducation and present opportunities for them to learn how to support their student(s).
• Serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and participate in all related meetings (MDT, IEP, manifestation, etc.)
• Conduct clinical evaluations and other related assessments for initial evaluations and re-evaluations.
• Collaborate with teachers within the classroom setting to implement student support services.
• Collect data for the purpose of monitoring social/emotional progress and evaluating effectiveness of services.
• Provide technical assistance on strategies that improve outcomes for special education students.
• Coordinate the design and implementation of behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessments. Keeping thorough records and progress notes of each student receiving services.
• Completing student progress reports.
• Provide therapy to students in Prince George’s County Schools.

Administrative

• Attend monthly department meetings.
• Respond to communication (phone, email, text) from clients and families, referral sources, and ABH staff within 24 hours or the next business day.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related discipline.
• Licensed in the state of Maryland as a LMSW, LGPC, LCPC, LCSW-C.
• A minimum of two (2) years of work experience counseling in an urban school/setting with a track record of high student achievement preferred.
• Ability to conduct clinical interviews and write comprehensive social history evaluations.
• Ability to administer, interpret, and analyze related assessment instruments. Demonstrated understanding of managed care concepts and willingness to provide treatment and work within that system.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic dynamics present among the practices service population(s).
• Ability to manage, delegate and manage multiple tasks with completing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to be proactive and work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring clinical integrity and quality of services provided to clients and their families. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Excellent active listening skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Retention and Attendance Bonus Plan Agreements
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance 
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability  
• Voluntary Insurance Policies: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO and Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Paid Birthday 
• Company Paid CEU's 
• Company Sponsored Certifications
• Paid Supervision by Board Approved Supervisors

ABH is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. ABH does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability (including HIV status), veteran status, military obligations, or marital status. This policy applies to hiring, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, and terminations and applies to all ABH employees, interns, clients, and contractors. 

Join our team and make a difference!