What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Mental Health Worker (Partial Program) position at LUZERNE INTERMEDIATE UNIT?
Mental Health Worker position available located in Tunkhannock to provide individual, and group counseling to students in the classroom. The MHW is responsible for implementing treatment plans , facilitating group therapy, and offering one on one behavioral support. We are looking for a compassionate candidate, with a bachelor's degree and training in a mental health field, that is interested in having a positive impact on the lives of the children they work with.
GREAT BENEFITS!
- Reduced summer work schedule
- Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement plan-Pension retirement plan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Benefits. Benefits start on the first day of employment. Family benefits available after 3 years.
- Vision, Dental and Prescription Drug Plan
- Financial incentive for “Opting Out” of health coverage
- Generous paid time off (3 weeks vacation, 12 sick days, 4 personal, all school holidays)
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Continuing education/ paid training opportunities
- Life Insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health Savings Plan
- Supportive and enriching environment- supported by advanced practice professionals
Growth and advancement potential within the organization
About us:
"The Luzerne Intermediate Unit (LIU) strives to increase each student’s individual potential in the most appropriate environment by implementing a model of collaboration and resource allocation that responds to the needs of our community. Since 1970, the LIU has provided special education programs that require a high degree of specialization and/or that serve low-incidence exceptional children on a regional basis. The LIU is committed to maintaining strong relationships with the districts we serve and provides educational and support services including, behavioral health, to twelve public school districts within Luzerne and Wyoming Counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania. "
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31,500.00 - $33,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Bachelor's degree (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31,500 - $33,500