Job Title: School-Based Behavioral Health Clinician  

Job Summary: The School-Based Behavioral Health Clinician at Paving the Way MSI is a crucial role dedicated to providing comprehensive school-based behavioral health services. This full-time position, aligned with the Public Health Model, involves prevention, early intervention, and mental health care within the school environment. The clinician works 5 days a week, in-person all year, fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment for students, families, and school staff. 

Essential Functions & Responsibilities: 

Service Delivery: 

• Provide in-person school-based behavioral health services following the Public Health Model. 

• Conduct prevention and early intervention activities, including workshops for teachers and parents, classroom delivery of evidence-based curriculums, and small group sessions (e.g., social skills building, problem-solving). 

• Deliver Tier II supports to targeted groups of students, families, and school staff. 

• Provide a minimum of 18 hours of direct care to students and families within the Tier 3 framework. 

Schedule and Attendance: 

• Work full-time, 5 days a week, in-person 12 months a year, minimum 8 hours a day unless the school is closed or otherwise approved by DBH. 

• Participate actively in approved off-site training sessions, group supervision, and community-based treatment as required. 

Training and Professional Development: 

• Attend the SBHP 101 training within the first 90 days of hire. 

• Actively participate in the Community of Practice and adhere to agency policies and guidelines. 

• Engage in continuous learning and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and contribute to the program’s success. 

Collaboration and Team Participation: 

• Actively participate with the school's Behavioral Health Team. 

• Contribute to the School-centric Assessment and development of the School Strengthening Workplan. 

• Engage with the school wellness/behavioral health team on a bi-weekly basis. 

• Collaborate with the School-Based Coordinator on activities, planning, and outcomes. 

• Participate in required supervision, wellness/mental health team meetings, and crisis interventions as needed. 

• Communicate student progress and outcomes to the school-based wellness/mental health team and/or school leadership. 

Caseload Management: 

• Carry a caseload as agreed upon by the clinical supervisor and PTWMSI. 

• Provide culturally responsive and linguistically competent services. 

• Complete required documentation, including the Daily Activity Tracker and monthly caseload reports. 

Evaluation and Reporting: 

• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments using the CAFAS/PECFAS outcome tool. 

• Participate in evaluation activities as identified by DBH and external evaluators. 

• Complete notes and all documentation within the required time. 

• Bill for treatment services and adhere to reporting requirements. 

Additional Responsibilities for School Behavioral Health Program Benchmarks: 

• Implement engagement activities and prevention curriculums as outlined in the School Strengthening Work Plan. 

• Conduct early intervention groups, teacher and parent workshops, and participate in school-wide activities. 

• Meet with students according to their treatment plans. 

• Facilitate two skills-based and evidence-based groups, one family engagement activity, and two staff wellness events per academic year as determined by the school strengthening tool. 

• Utilize organizational resources to support students, staff, and families (i.e., counseling for adults, psychiatry, case management, DC MAP care coordination, or victim of crime services). 

• Adhere to agency clinical documentation guidelines and timelines. 

Working Conditions/Physical Demands/Skills: 

• Work is typically performed in an office or school setting. 

• Full-time, exempt position. 

• Standard workdays are 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM (may vary based on school placement) in person. 

• Must be able to perform the physical, mental, and emotional requirements of the position. 

• Demonstrate advanced skills in using Microsoft Products and Patient Electronic Medical Records. 

• Ability to manage change and support the agency mission. 

• Maintain sensitivity to religious, ethnic, and cultural differences in others and show respect and empathy. 

Education/Experience: 

• Required: Master’s degree in social work or counseling. 

• License: LGSW/LGPC. 

• Preferred: 1-3 years of experience in the provision of outpatient mental health services to youth and/or adults. 

Paving the Way MSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. 

This position description reflects the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Responsibilities may be subject to change at any time, and individuals may be asked to perform duties outside their regular responsibilities to support the ongoing business operation needs. 

Must be able to perform the physical, mental, and emotional requirement of the position. Internal, external, and position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis. If not checked, you can generally consider it not applicable.