Children's Facilitator

Provide mental and behavioral health support within the framework of our Children’s Prevention Services department. This may include the models of our LIFE & Incredible Years Program, Student Assistance Program, and/or the Signs of Suicide Programs. Facilitators may serve students within elementary and/or middle and high school. Based directly within the school(s) they serve, the Facilitator conducts assessments, including crisis, makes recommendations for appropriate services and levels of care, and provides preventative supportive counseling. Facilitators serving middle and high school aged students coordinate and present The Signs of Suicide® (SOS) Program annually. SOS is an evidence-based program designed to educate students about the warning signs and symptoms of depression and suicide. Facilitators serving elementary aged students utilize the Incredible Years curriculum to coordinate and present social and emotional wellness based lessons within classroom settings.

• Models and fosters an organizational culture of respect, cooperation, and service excellence.
• Works collaboratively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders such as: parents, school faculty, other service providers, etc. Conducts assessments (including crisis), makes recommendations, and assists with referrals as appropriate. Provides supportive counseling as needed.
• Develops and implements specific behavioral interventions with students in the school environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or education field Associate’s degree can be accepted with a waiver
• Six (6) months experience working with children, families, and school systems Student Assistance Program and Incredible Years training preferred
• Training will be provided as needed