Salary: $105,681.00 - $119,570.00 Annually

Location : Palmdale, CA

Job Type: 12-month

Job Number: 22/23-03/14

Division: Special Education/Student Services

Opening Date: 03/14/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Summary

The Mental Health-Intensive Case Manager is a member of the Palmdale School District special education team and is directly involved with the support of students with special needs throughout the Antelope Valley SELPA (AV SELPA). The Mental Health-Intensive Case Manager assists AV SELPA member districts with the assessment, support, training, consultation and collaboration of supports for students requiring Educationally Related Services (ERICS) and/or behavioral services.

Supervision Exercised or Received:
Reports directly to the Director of Special Education, with support from the Program Specialist II or Mental Health Coordinator.

Representative Duties

Provide individual counseling, parent counseling and case management (social work services) including service planning, monitoring, follow-up, linkage and crisis management for students and parents.
Maintain on-going communication and coordination with community-based agencies and services.
Collect on-going progress monitoring data in order to track program effectiveness.
Coordinate crisis response for students who receive intensive case management services.
Provide Evidence-Based Practices for students and parents/guardians when appropriate
Attend Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings as necessary to review assessment results, goal/objective development, student progress and consult when needed.
Write, implement, and monitor individual goals and objectives for students identified with behavioral or ERICS when appropriate.
Provide staff development and training specific to the areas of social/emotional, behavior management techniques, and other appropriately related topic areas.
Evidence of strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Relate effectively to and demonstrate receptive attitude toward children with severe disabilities, and toward students and parents of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills that support program objectives.
Identify and work collaboratively with co-workers to solve problematic issues as they arise.
Complete assessment reports that meet legal mandates to include content and timelines.
Provide written assessments reports within legal timelines.
Work cooperatively with all members of the IEP instructional team, including administration, psychologists, health care professionals, designated instructional service providers, paraeducators, general education teachers and parents.
Utilize a variety of computer operating and software programs (i.e., WIndows, Mac, Microsoft Office, Excel, SEIS, etc.).
Implement district and school policies/procedures regarding state and federal laws.
Process and maintain confidential files, as required by state and federal laws.
Understand and follow both oral and written directions.
Work within an established schedule, meeting necessary timelines.
Exercise good judgment in emergency situations.
Maintain flexibility, such as changes in staff or individual student programs.
Attend required SELPA and district meetings and events.
Drive to school sites in districts throughout the Antelope Valley.
Provide collaboration with students, parents/guardians and educational staff in identifying strengths/needs in developing IEP goals.
Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree and California licensure required as a Clinical Social Worker (CSW) or Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).

Experience

Two years minimum prior experience as a licensed CSW or MFT (internship is not applicable).
Experience in an educational setting preferred.

Other

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver's license prior to the completion of the probationary period.
Ability to be covered under the District property/liability insurance.
Must have operational vehicle available.
Must be able to travel out of state as needed.

The following items MUST accompany your completed application upon submission:

Cover Letter
Rsum
Three Current Signed and Dated Letters of Recommendation (less than six (6) months old); letters will not be accepted without signature and date.
Official college transcripts from an accredited institution showing Master's degree conferred. (diploma or certificate alone will not suffice)
California License as CSW or MFT (Intern license will not be accepted)

Employment Standards

Application Filing
Applications for this position will be accepted online only during the specified recruitment period. An eligibility list will be established to fill future vacancies. Applicants will receive notifications electronically by email only.

Applicants must submit a complete application including required attachments. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

Examination Information Following the evaluation of minimum qualifications, examination components for this recruitment may include, but are not limited to the following: scored supplemental questionnaire, written examination, performance examination, and oral appraisal interview.

Work Schedule:
This position typically works full-time, 8 hours/day, 40-hours/week, and observes a 12-month work calendar.

Probationary Period Persons in this position are required to successfully satisfy a probationary period of one (1) year from the date of appointment.

Salary and Benefits
Salary placement for new employees is typically at the first step of the appropriate six-step schedule. Upon successful completion of the initial probationary period, a one-step salary advance shall be granted with all future annual advances occurring on the established anniversary date.

The District offers a generous and comprehensive benefit package, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and qualified legal dependents. Health and welfare benefits are earned in accordance with the District's insurance program. Click here to view the current benefit plan matrix.

Paid Leaves and Holidays
One (1) day of paid leave of absence is earned for each full month of service. The amount of sick leave granted may be accumulated from year to year. There are eighteen (18) paid holidays that fall within the work year, pursuant to the District's Collective Bargaining Agreement with California Schools Employees Association Chapter 296 (CSEA).

Working Conditions
Indoor/Outdoor environment.

Physical Demands
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, squatting, reaching, and twisting at waist; sitting or standing for extended periods; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to read printed materials and monitor student-related activities; exposure to temperature swings in climate-controlled and outdoor environments.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER In accordance with Federal civil rights law, civil rights regulations and policies, the Palmdale School District, its offices, and employees, are prohibited from discriminating based on age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, nationality, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity.

For further information regarding Palmdale School District's non-discrimination, sexual harassment and Title IX policies and/or Coordinator contact information, please click the following link:

For further information regarding Palmdale School District's Personnel Sexual Harassment Board Policy, BP 4119.11, please click the following link:

Palmdale School District offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability to the maximum district contribution for eligible employees. More detailed information regarding benefits eligibility will be presented at time of employment offer.

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The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience and education that is described or included in your response(s) must be included in the "Work Experience" and "Education" section of your application. A rsum or other documentation to convey your education or experience will not be considered in lieu of completing all sections of the application.

I have read and understand the instructions

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Do you possess a Master's degree? (official college transcripts must be attached to application)

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Do you possess a California license as a Clinical Social Worker (CSW) or Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)? (copy must be attached to application)

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Indicate your years of experience working as a licensed CSW or MFT. (exclude working as an intern)

None
Less than one year
One year but less than two years
Two years but less than three years
Three years or more

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Indicate your experience working in an educational setting.

None
Less than one year
One year but less than two
Two years but less than three
Three years or more

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Do you possess a valid driver's license with proof of adequate insurance coverage?

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Do you have an operational vehicle for use during your work day?

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Are you able to travel, including destinations out of state, as needed?

Required Question