School Counselor/Mental Health Clinician

Position:                     School Counselor/Mental Health Clinician           
Location:                    Milford School District
Reports To:                Director of Student Services
Starting Date:            February 2024
 
Qualifications: 

• Hold or be eligible for a valid Delaware Elementary School Social Worker standard certificate in accordance with 14 Del. C. 1584.
• Master's degree from an accredited University or College in the field of Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Human Services Field.
• Hold or be eligible for License in the State of Delaware as one of the following: Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, National Board Certified Counselor, or Professional Counselor.
• Proficient in work documentation through use of Technology, Microsoft Office Applications, and other internet based programs.
• Exceptional intercommunication skills, management, organization, planning, leadership and technical skills.
• Outstanding ability to motivate and build relationships with students and their families to promote student success and strengthen community partnerships.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group treatment as it relates to the support of identified student needs.
• Provide therapeutic classroom support which may include observation of students and staff consultation.
• Provide input for the development of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)/ Behavior Improvement Plans (BIP) and Individualized Education Plans (IEP) as needed.
• Provide family treatment/support services as needed to include, but not limited to: short-term family therapy, family liaison and home visits.
• Provide crisis intervention to include, but not limited to: family and/or interagency involvement, Prevention and Behavioral Health, Division of Family Service, Division of Youth Rehabilitative Service, Family Court, other relevant public and private agencies.
• Provide referrals to and collaborate with behavioral health agencies.
• Participate as a member of school-based problem solving teams
• Participate as a member of IEP and 504 teams, as appropriate
• Serve as a liaison between families, students, community agencies and school.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of services provided.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on the provision of student support.
• Provide families with guidance regarding support of student behavioral health needs.

Terms of Employment:
Salary and work year to be according to the current salary schedule and the Professional Agreement.  Eleven-month (11) assignment
 
Salary and Benefits: Salary range and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with Board of Education Policy. 
 
Evaluation:  Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.
 
Application Process: 
Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org.   Internal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.
 
External applicants must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: www.milfordschooldistrict.org.  Only completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation

 
Application Deadline:  January 20, 2024 or until filled
 
For more information contact: Laura Manages, Director of Human Resources, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963 Tel: 302-424-6393 or Email: lmanges@msd.k12.de.us
 
Employment with the Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check
• Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.
 
Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, Delaware 19963. Telephone (302) 422-1600.