MHIT School Liaison - 2023-2024

Atchison Public Schools is accepting applications for MHIT School Liaison for the 2023-2024 school year. Applicant must have graduated from an accredited institution and must currently hold a Bachelors or Masters degree.

The purpose of the Behavioral Health School Liaison is facilitating 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 address the needs of students in the foster care system- as well other students identified needing additional behavioral health support.  The work of the liaison may extend beyond the school setting to include community and residential setting.  

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary liaison to Mental Health Provider (MHP)- family caregivers- child welfare agencies and school administration.
• Collaborates with school administrators and MHP to establish a school-based behavior health team model. 
• Assists the behavioral health team in implementing data-based screening and referral protocols to ensure timely access to school based and/or MHP.
• Assesses student and family needs for the purpose of developing and implementing behavior health support plans.
• Provides quality assurance in referral process to MHP.
• Assists students and families with accessing and navigating MHP and other community-based resources and services.
• Maintains accurate records for the purpose of progress monitoring and complying with district and state reporting requirements.
• Provides consultation to USD 409 administration and counseling staff on interventions for students experiencing behavioral and emotional barriers to learning.

Positions open until filled.

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