Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of Bachelor’s Degree or higher in education, psychology, counseling, social work or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Knowledge of behavioral and education-based mental needs of students, including mental health disorders and substance abuse disorders.
• Knowledge of tiered intervention practices, brief counseling techniques, and crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of health regulations and ethics related to school-based mental health services including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Training is expected in the identification of signs of suicide, Trauma Informed Practices, and Youth Mental Health First Aid.

If prior training has not occurred, training will be provided.

• Experience working with students in need of mental health services in a school setting, and experience with students who require exceptional student education services, preferred.
• Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
• Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
• Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
• Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
• Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting / pushing / pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.

Last updated : 2024-04-28