School-Based Mental Health Professional
2 days ago
Jersey City
Job Description School-Based Mental Health Professional - New Jersey (#R10266) Location: New Jersey (on-site; location varies by contract) Employment Type: Full-time or part-time Hourly Rate: $65 - $90 per hour (depending on credentials, experience, and location) About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing: Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals. Position Overview: The School-Based Mental Health Professional provides comprehensive mental health services to students within an educational setting. This role focuses on supporting students' emotional, behavioral, and social well-being to enhance academic success. Services include assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with school staff and families. Why Join Us: • Competitive Compensation: Earn $65 - $90 per hour based on your credentials, experience, and location., • Work Schedule:, • Full-time or part-time (aligned with school calendar), • Monday–Friday; school hours, • No weekends or major holidays, • Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment while working with children and adolescents., • Job Qualifications & Certifications:, • Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field, • Active state license (LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent) preferred, • School certification (if required by state/district), • CPR/First Aid certification (preferred), • Skills:, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, • Knowledge of children and adolescent development, • Ability to build trust with students and families, • Organizational and documentation skills, • Cultural competency and sensitivity, • Provide individual and group counseling to students, • Conduct mental health assessments and screenings, • Develop and implement treatment or intervention plans, • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents, • Maintain accurate and confidential student records, • Support students with behavioral and emotional challenges, • Participate in IEP/504 meetings when applicable, • Observe and document student behavior and mental status, • Conduct basic mental health evaluations (not physical exams unless licensed to do so), • Identify signs of emotional distress, abuse, or neglect, • Coordinate care with psychiatrists, psychologists, or healthcare providers as needed, • Monitor medication compliance (if applicable and within scope), • Ensure adherence to mental health treatment plans Greenlife Healthcare Staffing - Empowering Healthcare Professionals, Enriching Lives