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Mental Health Specialist
Lansing School District —Lansing, MI
- $50,285 - $95,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- Classroom
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
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Services Specialist Assistant FTS 8-E10 - Shiawassee/Gratiot
State of Michigan —Owosso, MI
- $3,844.80 - $5,294.40 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Psychology
- Military encouraged
- Social Work
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
2026-27 Class A Behavior Intervention Para Educator
Waverly Community Schools —Lansing, MI
- $22.31 - $24.96 an hour
- Online Application
- School experience
- Classroom
- Writing skills
Behavior/Mental Health Specialist & Trainer
Eaton RESA —Charlotte, MI
- $48,104 - $91,629 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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School Social Worker at Holly Park Academy
National Heritage Academies —Lansing, MI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
SSA/FTS (Clinton and Eaton County)
State of Michigan —Charlotte, MI
- $3,844.80 - $5,294.40 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Recreation Therapist - CTRS
Brightwell Behavioral Health —Lansing, MI
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Inpatient
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Mental Health Specialist

Lansing School District -
Lansing, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$50,285 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Internal mobility program

Qualifications

Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Health screenings
Risk management for crisis intervention support
Student emotional support
Referral services for crisis intervention support
Family collaboration in education
Safety planning
Individual therapy
Community resource utilization for student support
Direct behavioral therapy
Care documentation
De-escalation techniques
Mid-level
School-based behavioral health
Support services coordination in school social work
Mental health resources facilitation
Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)
Experience working with individuals with trauma-related disorders
Collaboration with other professionals for student support
Computers (educational technologies)
Compliance documentation
Positive school culture development
Emotional safety support
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Psychoeducation
Psychiatric disorder emergency response
Healthcare treatment
School counseling services facilitation
Referral coordination
Care conference participation

Full Job Description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In Pursuit of this mission, we are looking to hire a Mental Health Specialist. The Mental Health Care Specialist provides comprehensive mental health services and supports to students throughout the school day. This position works collaboratively with students, families, school staff, and community providers to address social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs, promote student well-being, and remove barriers to academic success. The Mental Health Care Specialist serves as a key member of the student support team, providing prevention, intervention, crisis response, and referral services.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience providing individual and small-group mental health services utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) approaches.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and the impact of trauma on student behavior, learning, and emotional development.
Experience conducting mental health risk assessments, including assessments for suicidal ideation, self-harm, and other crisis situations.
Ability to develop, implement, and monitor safety plans for students experiencing mental health concerns.
Experience collaborating with students and families to access community-based mental health services and more intensive levels of treatment when appropriate.
Strong crisis intervention, de-escalation, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to building positive relationships and fostering a supportive, student-centered environment.
Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated willingness to collaborate with school staff, families, and community agencies.

Job Responsibilities

Provide direct mental health services to students through individual counseling, group interventions, and short-term therapeutic support.
Conduct mental health screenings, assessments, and crisis evaluations as needed.
Respond to student mental health emergencies and coordinate appropriate interventions and follow-up supports.
Develop and implement student safety plans in collaboration with students, families, and school personnel.
Consult with teachers, administrators, counselors, and support staff regarding student mental health needs and intervention strategies.
Coordinate referrals to community mental health agencies, healthcare providers, and other support services.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, threat assessments, MTSS processes, and student support planning.
Maintain accurate documentation and records in compliance with professional, district, state, and federal requirements.
Provide mental health education, prevention programming, and resources to students, staff, and families.
Support a safe, inclusive, and positive school climate that promotes student well-being and success.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces.
Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families.
May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties.
Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication.
Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

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