Mental Health Services I & D Division Manager - Schools (0326)

About the role

This is a readvertisement for this position - those who have already applied do not have to resubmit an application. Under general direction of the Executive Director, provides strategic leadership, program oversight, and clinical supervision for the Innovation and Development (I&D) Division’s Mental Health Services portfolio. Performs work of substantial responsibility in the planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of school-based mental health programs serving Coconino County school districts.

Responsibilities

• Leads and participates in multidisciplinary teams to assess student mental health needs and guide appropriate intervention and treatment planning across participating districts.
• Conducts and/or oversees psychoeducational interviews, behavioral assessments, and preparation of required case documentation and professional reports.
• Oversees collection, analysis, and submission of monthly service and outcome data for grant reporting and compliance purposes.
• Develops and facilitates training for students, educators, and school teams on evidence-based coping strategies, trauma-informed practices, and behavioral supports.
• Provides consultation to administrators and staff regarding available social, behavioral, and mental health services and referral pathways.
• Provides direct mental health counseling services to students and consultative support to educators as needed to maintain program integrity and service continuity.
• Oversees implementation of related service counseling in accordance with eligible students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Develops and monitors individualized treatment and behavior support plans aligned to targeted intervention goals.
• Ensures compliance with IDEA regulations, Arizona Revised Statutes15-765–767, and applicable federal and state guidance governing school-based mental health services.
• Provides leadership for grant-funded initiatives, including project management, budget coordination, performance reporting, and alignment to funding requirements.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, psychiatry, counseling or closely related field AND/OR at least two years of post master’s degree experience in a mental health program providing counseling and crisis intervention to adults under clinical supervision.
• Must be a licensed Clinical Social Worker, Counselor, or Clinical Psychologist in the State of Arizona.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the most current edition of DSM diagnoses.
• Knowledge of school systems and referrals for treatment.
• Skill in working with a broad range of students and educators.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Benefits

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• AZ State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/EcoPass bus pass
• Elective Coverage
• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability