Qualified Professional

Job Title: Qualified Professional

Job Summary:
Responsible for leading and managing group discussions, meetings, and workshops. Will have excellent communication skills, be able to build rapport with targeted K-12 student participants and have experience in facilitation.

Requirements:

• Completion of a Bachelors Degree in a Human Service field with 2 years of pre or post Bachelors experience with Mental Health population; meets requirements under 10A NCAC 27G.0104 as a Qualified Professional for Mental Health and a minimum of two (2) years documented experience with children, adolescents, and families.
• Proven experience in facilitation, with a strong track record of success in leading group discussions and workshops for targeted K-12 student populations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours if required.
• Knowledge of human services and NH/DD/SAS network.
• Knowledge of State Services and Definitions as outlined in MH/DD/SAS.
• Knowledge of basic office practices and procedures including record keeping and filing systems.
• Knowledge of clinical diagnosis and treatments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creates a nurturing environment to support children and students social, emotional, and behavioral needs; plans and coordinates group discussions, meetings, and workshops to achieve the desired outcomes.
• Develops agendas and facilitates group discussions while ensuring that everyone participates and that the activities stay on track to systematically promote positive social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Develops the initial Person-Centered Plan (PCP) and its ongoing revisions and ensures its implementation
• Consults with identified medical and non-medical providers, engages community and natural supports, and includes their input in the PCP process.
• Completes functional needs assessment(s) to determine the scope and anticipated outcomes to the services.
• Handles any conflicts that may arise during the discussion and works to find common ground.
• Prepares and distributes materials necessary for the meeting, such as handouts, presentations, and training materials.
• Follows-up with students after the discussion to ensure that they understand the next steps and any action items.
• Participates in meetings, evaluates the effectiveness of the facilitation and make recommendations for future improvements. Uses data for decision making to promote equitable implementation and outcomes.
• Performs Case Management functions of linking and arranging for services and referrals.