26-27 Special Education Path Clinical Coordinator` (8/28/26-1/15/27)

Position Summary

The Clinical Coordinator will be responsible for the therapeutic environment including individual and group counseling and referrals to family therapy, and when needed, crisis intervention. In addition, acting as liaison for family, school and medical personnel.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Assessing the extent that trauma presents to the education of our psychologically fragile students
• Developing structural approaches to remove learning barriers that trauma poses
• Communicating trauma-sensitive approaches to teachers and support staff
• Provides therapeutic, individual, small group and make referrals for family counseling
• Affords assistance to the Special Education Director in carrying out IDEA responsibilities required for the social/emotional well-being of students referred for services in the All Team Category
• Facilitates All Team meetings and responsible for follow through plans and any subsequent actions for the Social/Emotional programming
• Evaluates the performance of individual student behavioral plans and the collaboration with professional staff regarding their implementation of behavioral plans
• Oversees the development and coordination of goals and objectives and distribution of instructional materials regarding the therapeutic environment
• Ensures the maintenance of timely and accurate student records
• Maintains responsive lines of communication between student/parents, students/staff involved in particular Social/Emotional programing
• Collaborates with other department and service providers within the school and in the community to ensure the appropriate therapeutic setting for the Social/Emotional Program
• Performs other related duties as requested by the Principal, Superintendent, or Special Education Director

Qualifications, Knowledge, Abilities & Skills

• Current MA Board of Registration Social Worker license (LSW, LCSW or LICSW) OR Psychologist license OR Mental Health Clinician license (LMHC)
• Active and valid MA DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor (All Levels), School Guidance Counselor (at the appropriate level), or School Psychologist (All Levels)
• Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
• Minimum of three years of professional experience working with at-risk youth
• Interpersonal skills to work with school, students, parents and community based agencies
• Clinical therapy working with middle school and high school students
• Strong interpersonal skills and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators and parents
• Commitment to working with parents and students as partners in education
• Belief that all students can learn and become socially responsible
• Respect for all children and their families

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Frequent walking, standing, and navigating stairs
• Lifting/Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects ranging from 10 to 30 lbs (e.g., books, supplies, equipment)
• Physical Dexterity: Bending, crouching, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to assist students
• Stationary Tasks: Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods