Clinician III

Washington County Mental Health Services is seeking a dedicated Clinician to provide consultation and direct support to students and families within an assigned school. This is an opportunity to work closely with a school's Educational Support Team, support PBIS implementation, and support students and families directly.

Clinicians in this role serve our local community by making lasting, positive difference in the lives of children and families facing serious emotional and behavioral challenges. This role helps strengthen school climate, build the capacity of the personnel, and connect students and families to local resources, contributing to a healthier and more supportive community.

Summary of Duties

• Develop, deliver, monitor, and revise Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and behavior plans for assigned clients and families
• Conduct and direct behavioral assessments for referred children and youth
• Serve as a member of the school's Educational Support Team (EST), supporting students referred but not directly enrolled in an ISP
• Implement all tiers of PBIS and model/support school-wide efforts to improve school climate
• Train and coach school personnel in PBS behavior plan implementation.
• Provide ongoing consultation to case managers, families, and educational/clinical teams
• Attend trainings and meetings
• Keep timely notes to WCMHS standards

Compensation and Benefits

WCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. All WCMHS positions have a generous time-off package that includes 12.5 paid and flexible holidays plus 12 paid sick days per year, starting in the first year. School-based positions do have additional paid time off based on a variety of factors and oriented around school calendars.

The starting pay range for this position is $60,880 to $63,350 per year.

Summary of Qualifications

• Enrollment in (required minimum) or complete Master's degree (strongly preferred) in a relevant discipline
• Training in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis OR licensure as a Behavior Analyst, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or Clinical Social Worker required
• Experience working with children and youth who present serious emotional and behavioral challenges and/or autism required
• Familiarity with and experience implementing PBS strongly preferred
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines with internal and external partners
• Must be able to deliver services and maintain treatment notes in English

Workplace Conditions

Work occurs in school and community settings. Due to the nature of the behavioral challenges that may be presented, physical restraint of youth or adolescents may be necessary at times. Driving required, including access to a safe, inspected, and adequately insured vehicle. Extensive sitting/standing in place and work on a computer.

About the Agency

For more than 50 years, WCMHS has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment to individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities and autism. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is "Where Hope and Support Come Together."