School Clinical Manager [AQ-11602]

Aquent is partnering with a leading organization dedicated to fostering the healthy development of children and families. This mission-driven client is committed to providing high-quality, culturally responsive care, making a profound difference in the lives of young people and their communities. Join a team where your expertise will directly contribute to creating supportive environments and positive outcomes for those who need it most.

Make a Transformative Impact as a Clinical Leader in Schools!

Are you a passionate and skilled clinical professional ready to empower children and families within a vibrant school setting? We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our client’s impactful school-based clinical program. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional mental health services, shaping the well-being of students, and collaborating closely with school personnel and clinical teams. Your work will directly influence the emotional and behavioral health of diverse student populations, providing crucial crisis intervention, evidence-based consultation, and comprehensive case management. This is an incredible opportunity to leverage your clinical expertise, drive meaningful change, and contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Provide high-quality psychotherapy services to children and families from diverse educational, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds within a school-based setting.
• Collaborate closely with school administrators, teachers, and dedicated internal clinical teams, in conjunction with your supervisor, to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery.
• Manage school-specific referral and assignment tracking systems, including the development of client schedules aligned with academic timetables to ensure timely and consistent care.
• Educate and consult with school staff on evidence-based interventions to support students’ emotional and behavioral functioning in the classroom environment.
• Support and assist with crisis intervention and risk assessment for students, including participation in safety planning and ongoing monitoring of high-risk cases.
• Coordinate care with psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners to ensure comprehensive, integrated treatment for assigned clients.
• Provide case management services as needed, including collaboration with families, external providers, and community-based support agencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with clinic standards and regulatory requirements.
• Meet established productivity expectations and maintain a work schedule aligned with client service needs.
• Participate actively in supervision, team meetings, case conferences, training, and ongoing professional development, while upholding the highest ethical standards, including strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.

What You Bring:

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
• OR a Doctoral degree (Psy.D. or Ph.D.) in Psychology from an accredited institution with an active and unrestricted state license in Psychology.
• Active and unrestricted state license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated experience working in mental health settings with children, families, and adults.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with the ability to effectively coordinate operations within a school-based clinic environment.
• Training and experience in evidence-based treatment models.
• Ability to exercise sound, independent clinical judgment in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with clients, colleagues, supervisors, and school partners.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in relevant technology and applications, including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms, Teams), Zoom, Doxy.me, and electronic health record systems.
• Excellent work ethic and a commitment to working in a mission-driven organization.
• Demonstrated personal ethics and values, with a strong commitment to cross-team collaboration and cooperation.
• A true team player who works well with a diverse group of people.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English to meet the linguistic and cultural needs of the populations served.
• Demonstrated experience providing services in a school-based setting.

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