Part-Time Mental Health Professional Development Trainer and Coach

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is seeking a Mental Health Professional Development Trainer and Coach to provide training and coaching with K-12 school districts. This position will work to build knowledge on topics related to student mental health and social emotional learning with educators, school counselors, parents, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Provide professional development to school districts through presentations; Train and coach a group of district staff including monthly sessions, group and individual coaching sessions, and regular feedback; Submit coaching scores after sessions and share findings as needed; Provide consultation to school professionals and clinicians as needed; Data collection; Summary of presentation events; Attendance at professional development meetings

Requirements

Valid Driver's License; Reliable Transportation to and from the school sites assigned; Stable internet connection and proficiency with technology including use of a laptop computer, web-based software such as Microsoft 365, Zoom, and other tools; Computer with camera and audio capability; Knowledge and understanding of student mental health and social emotional struggles; Passion and willingness to provide professional development and coaching on mental health issues and educational topics to groups of educational professionals; Experience providing trainings and coaching to educational professionals and parent/caregivers on student mental health issues

Nice to have

Master's Degree in Education or Mental Health related field; At least 1 year of experience providing professional development and coaching on a broad array of youth/mental health topics; Experience or certification as a Nurtured Heart Approach and/or Youth Mental Health First Aid (Y-MHFA) trainer

Benefits

Travel reimbursement at federal standard mileage rates; Extensive time off tied to the school calendar with limited summer hours; Excellent career opportunities; Access to ESS Library professional development artifacts