Behavioral Health Liaison – Cheatham County Schools

Do you desire to impact individuals and families with behavioral health issues to live healthier lives?

Are you passionate about mental health with experience helping children, youth, and families within a school environment that impacts a positive school climate?

Do you desire to grow professionally in mental health services?

If so, we’d love to connect with you! We are Mental Health Cooperative (MHC), and we’re looking for a Behavioral Health Liaison to join our team! This role serves Cheatham County Schools on 10-month, 210-day work cycle. You’ll provide support and consultation to teachers and school personnel in implementing school-wide trauma-informed practices, including universal prevention and early intervention strategies that promote a positive school climate.

We are a different kind of agency. MHC exists to engage, enlighten, and empower individuals and families with behavior health issues to live healthier lives. By providing integrated care for the whole person, everyone can experience hope and live a full life in the community.

We are cultivating a community of vulnerability, courage, kindness, and empathy. We are constantly learning, laughing, and building long-lasting relationships. People who join us find a place to belong. We are healthcare professionals facing challenges together.

To join our team, you’ll need:

• To be an expert facilitator and trainer in behavioral health topics to educate teachers and school personnel
• To foster positive partnerships with various stakeholders (students, families, teachers, and school administrators)
• To be a partner with teachers in creating positive, trauma-informed classroom environments
• Willingness to work with students to help them understand emotional and behavioral issues and promote healthy strategies for dealing with stress
• Master’s Degree (M.A. or M.S.) in the Mental Health Field with 1-3 years’ experience or training in social services

We’re especially looking for someone who’s:

• Highly collaborative and thrives working on a team
• Licensed to practice therapy in good standing in Tennessee (LPC, LCSW, LMSW (may be licensed eligible within one year)
• Experienced working with children/youth and families with significant behavioral health issues

As a member of the MHC team, you’ll belong to a collaborative and relationship driven team that offers:

• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Workplace Flexibility

COVID vaccination is required. Reasonable accommodations will be considered.

MHC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.