STUDENT ASSISTANCE SPECIALIST - CHARLOTTESVILLE (FULL-TIME 11 MONTH)
About the role
This is a FLSA exempt position in which the incumbent works as part of Prevention Services to provide implementation, coordination and management for a student assistance program sited at a local school. He/she shall provide crisis intervention services, focused on short-term stabilization of child including mental health assessment and clinical interventions. The incumbent shall provide behavioral coaching, role-modeling, psycho-education/skill building, crisis counseling and emotional support to selected children and families in behavioral health areas to include (but are not limited to): attachment (or child development), parenting, behavioral management, problem solving, self-management, social interaction, independent living, crisis management, employment searching and work skills. The incumbent will also function as an outreach specialist to provide in-community prevention programs for children, adolescents, families and citizens at large. He/she will work with human service agencies, treatment teams, schools, local jurisdictions and citizen groups to provide appropriate consultation and implementation of programs of service and education about and prevention of substance addiction, mental health and promotion of resiliency. The incumbent reports to the Director of Prevention Services and to the school system administrator. Carrying out the position duties requires participation in formulating and carrying out policies, objectives and programs involving the school system, Region Ten and other local agencies. The incumbent receives general supervision after specific program objectives have been determined and defined by program administrators. The incumbent exercises sound judgment, is cooperative and maintains confidentiality when performing assigned duties and responsibilities. In carrying out the position duties, the incumbent performs in accordance with applicable professional ethics, licensure standards, school policies and Region Ten policies. Please review the full job description for a full list of duties and tasks. Location: Charlottesville Middle School, 1000 Cherry Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903; Region Ten Office, 500 Old Lynchburg Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903.
Responsibilities
- Provide crisis intervention services focused on short‑term stabilization of children, including mental health assessment and clinical interventions.
- Provide behavioral coaching, role‑modeling, psycho‑education/skill building, crisis counseling and emotional support to selected children and families in areas such as attachment/child development, parenting, behavioral management, problem solving, self‑management, social interaction, independent living, crisis management, employment searching and work skills.
- Function as an outreach specialist delivering in‑community prevention programs for children, adolescents, families and the broader community.
- Collaborate with human service agencies, treatment teams, schools, local jurisdictions and citizen groups to consult on and implement programs concerning substance addiction, mental health and resiliency promotion.
- Report to the Director of Prevention Services and the school system administrator.
- Participate in formulating and carrying out policies, objectives and programs involving the school system, Region Ten and other local agencies.
- Exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics, licensure standards, school policies and Region Ten policies.
Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in a pertinent mental health field preferred.
Experience: One year of mental health experience required; two or more years preferred.
Certification/License: License (LPC or LCSW) or license‑eligible preferred (as defined by registration of supervision with the appropriate Licensing Board).