School Based Services Director

2 months ago


Newport, United States Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) Full time

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.

School Based Services Director

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is seeking a Director for School Based Services. As a member of the agency’s Behavioral Health Leadership Team the Director will work to support a “no wrong door” approach to community service delivery and accessibility. Manage daily operations and programmatic services to achieve clinical and agency strategic plan goals. Play a key role in helping youth access their education in the least restrictive, most effective academic environment.

About NKHS:

NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont

Essential Competencies:

  • Program Growth and Development: Responsible for making data informed decisions regarding implementation of evidence-based information and practices in school mental and behavioral health. Ensure school based clinical services are delivered with fidelity to the service model. Maximizes growth through the initiation and maintenance of relationships with school and community personnel while promoting and educating each school community about available services.

  • Strategic Planning: Leads the direction of the School Based Services Department by defining goals, objectives, and outcomes, as well as creating strategies to achieve them for the current fiscal year and projections for subsequent fiscal years. Establish and maintain a culture of collaboration and respect with school officials, funders, other departments within the agency, and the broader community.

  • Staff Leadership: Oversees members of the School Leadership Team. Provides consistent administrative and clinical supervision to members of the school leadership team individually and in team meetings.

  • Recruit/Retain Staff: Responsible for staff recruitment and on boarding.

  • Contract Development and Management: Leads the School contract team as the primary contact on all referrals for school contracts. Requires working knowledge of school funding streams, current insurance reimbursement rates and current student insurance eligibilities.

  • Build School and Community partnerships: Visit all schools contracting with the agency for services intermittently throughout the year and foster/develop relationships with all school leaders in the region.

  • Develop and Manage Budgets: Work closely with the CFO team to develop and build a self- sustaining annual budget, ensuring efficient use of resources, and seeking additional funding opportunities through grants or partnerships.

  • Program Evaluation and Quality Assurance: Establish systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of school based mental and behavioral health programs for youth. Ensures the School Based Services Department complies with all regulations and laws governing mental and behavioral health school services.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field (Social work, Counseling, Psychology, Education). License or Board Certified eligibility preferred.
  • Five years of experience at a professional level and at least two years supervisory/team lead experience.

SALARY & BENEFITS

  • Competitive Salary $61,880 plus, depending upon education and experience
  • Education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
  • Health and dental insurance.
  • 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
  • Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays.
  • Outstanding employee wellness program
  • Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off, and additional optional benefits

NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.



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