Mental Health Liaison Position

South Barber USD 255 has been awarded a grant from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disabilities Service for a Mental Health Liaison position for the academic year 2024-2025. Interested and qualified applicants need to send a cover letter and resume to Superintendent Dr. Mylo Miller at mylom@southbarber.com The Mental Health Liaison is to facilitate the implementation of a school-based behavioral health model. The liaison will be a pivotal member of the school behavioral health team that works collaboratively to support students identified as needing additional behavioral health intervention. The work of the liaison may extend beyond the school setting to include community and residential settings. Bachelors level or higher level degree (Masters preferred).
School Liaisons should be qualified in behavior intervention, such as school counselors, school social workers, psychologists, or other related field.
Social work experience in K-12 settings preferred.
Experience providing professional learning/training to adults.
Flexible, solutions-oriented, collaborative and responsive to crisis situations.
Possess and utilize excellent interpersonal skills and professional judgment.
Demonstrate collaborative and consultative skills.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.