What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Associate (MHA)-School based position at Mountain Comprehensive Care Center?
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center is hiring for a Mental Health Associate to serve the Paducah City School District.
PURPOSE: To provide therapeutic interventions, referral and assessment services to clients/children in a school based setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICIATIONS: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Will consider LPCA, CSW, or Bachelor degree in a Human Service field.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in a mental health discipline (i.e: psychology, social work, counseling) from an accredited college/university and experience working with the targeted population. Minimum of Bachelor degree in Human Services field required.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: One year experience with appropriate evidence-based practices preferred. Good verbal and written skills; creativity; patience and flexibility. Must pass a background check and have a valid KY driver’s license.
EEO/AA RESPONSIBILITIES: MCCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunity is offered based on job qualifications regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age disability, veteran’s or victimization status. MCCC actively seeks to enhance career objective of minorities, women, older people and people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide direct patient care and support to students with behavioral health needs.
- Conduct intake assessments and maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Implement applied behavior analysis techniques and crisis intervention strategies as needed.
- Collaborate with educators and parents to develop individualized support plans for children with developmental disabilities or special education needs.
- Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all interactions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.75 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Mental health counseling: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- LPCC (Preferred)
- LCSW (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22
