Behavioral Health Specialist V - Hana-Lahainaluna-Lanai-Molokai Complex Area

Join to apply for the Behavioral Health Specialist V - Hana-Lahainaluna-Lanai-Molokai Complex Area role at Hawaiʻi State Department of Education Description This posting is being used to fill Behavioral Health Specialist positions that provide services to students at various schools within the Hana-Lahainaluna-Lanai-Molokai Complex Area as needed and assigned by the Maui District Office. Salary Range: $6,043.00 - $7,351.00 per month Examples of Duties Oversee and monitor the work performance of behavioral health specialists, school social workers, and other assigned staff regarding the provision of school-based behavioral health services within a complex or district. Responsible for evaluating the work performance of assigned staff and completion of their performance appraisal (PAS) within the required timeframe. Monitor activities and services of staff for conformance to existing laws, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines, etc. Ensure that appropriate services are delivered to students by program staff as specified in student Individual Education Plans/504 Modification Plans (IEP/MP). Collaborate with contracted providers and other agency providers to plan for the orderly development and provision of essential services to meet the needs of students in the complex as specified in the student’s IEP/MP. Provide technical support/assistance to principals, counselors, teachers, and other school personnel regarding integration of school-based behavioral health services into educational programs, and meeting the requirements of federal laws. Assist the district educational specialist (DES) with program development and the overall plan for the implementation of the district's/complex’s school-based behavioral health services program including an evaluation strategy to effectively monitor and utilize behavioral health and the contracted provider resources. Administer policies and procedures pertaining to the implementation and operation of school-based behavioral health services. Conduct budget surveillance and utilization procurement review for the SBBH DES to assist in identification of resources needed to implement a system of school-based behavioral health services. Review requests for contracted services and monitors for appropriate utilization of services and resources in conjunction with the DES and district contracts specialist. In consultation with personnel from the DOE district and State level offices, the Department of Health Family Guidance Center, and Children's Community Council (CCC), develop a community-based system of care. Plan and implement a complaints resolution process for behavioral health-related services. Develop and implement education and/or training programs to address staff development needs related to behavioral health evidence-based practices and IDEA/504. Train subordinates and assigned staff. Review IEP/MP quarterly reports, direct and oversee the recordkeeping systems. Sign documents for Medicaid reimbursements. May provide direct services. Minimum Qualifications Basic Education Requirements : Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in counseling, marriage/family therapy, psychology or social work. Experience Requirements : Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional post-masters work experience providing counseling and/or therapy to individuals and/or their families. Professional License Requirement: Applicants must possess a Hawaii State Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Psychologist or Marriage and Family Therapist license. Equal Opportunity The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hawaii State Department of Education