What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Professional position at Rockwell Development Center?
Job Summary
Responsible for leading and managing group discussions, meetings, and workshops. Will have excellent communication skills, be able to build rapport with targeted K-12 student participants and have experience in facilitation.
Requirements
Responsible for leading and managing group discussions, meetings, and workshops. Will have excellent communication skills, be able to build rapport with targeted K-12 student participants and have experience in facilitation.
Requirements
- Completion of a Bachelors Degree in a Human Service field with 2 years of post Bachelors experience with Mental Health population; meets requirements under 10A NCAC 27G.0104 as a Qualified Professional for Mental Health and a minimum of two (2) years documented experience with children, adolescents, and families.
- Proven experience in facilitation, with a strong track record of success in leading group discussions and workshops for targeted K-12 student populations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse audiences.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours if required.
- Knowledge of human services and NH/DD/SAS network.
- Knowledge of State Services and Definitions as outlined in MH/DD/SAS.
- Knowledge of basic office practices and procedures including record keeping and filing systems.
- Knowledge of clinical diagnosis and treatments.
- Creates a nurturing environment to support children and students social, emotional, and behavioral needs; plans and coordinates group discussions, meetings, and workshops to achieve the desired outcomes.
- Develops agendas and facilitates group discussions while ensuring that everyone participates and that the activities stay on track to systematically promote positive social, emotional, and behavioral development.
- Develops the initial Person-Centered Plan (PCP) and its ongoing revisions and ensures its implementation
- Consults with identified medical and non-medical providers, engages community and natural supports, and includes their input in the PCP process.
- Completes functional needs assessment(s) to determine the scope and anticipated outcomes to the services.
- Handles any conflicts that may arise during the discussion and works to find common ground.
- Prepares and distributes materials necessary for the meeting, such as handouts, presentations, and training materials.
- Follows-up with students after the discussion to ensure that they understand the next steps and any action items.
- Participates in meetings, evaluates the effectiveness of the facilitation and make recommendations for future improvements. Uses data for decision making to promote equitable implementation and outcomes.
- Performs Case Management functions of linking and arranging for services and referrals.