Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Josselyn
Job overview
The Social and Emotional Consultant at Josselyn provides school-based social and emotional learning (SEL) interventions to support students' mental health and development within the community mental health center.
Responsibilities and impact
The consultant delivers individual and group SEL sessions, collaborates with school staff to select students for intervention, attends MTSS meetings, analyzes student behavior data, facilitates parent and staff workshops, and supports students during disciplinary processes without assigning discipline.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a master's or progress towards one in social services, 3+ years of experience in school systems or community health organizations, experience working with children and families, and three professional references.
Work environment and culture
Josselyn values affordable, high-quality mental health care with a strong community focus and has been recognized for excellence and leadership in the nonprofit sector.
Company information
Josselyn is a nonprofit community mental health center established in 1951, serving over 7,500 people annually across six locations with a range of mental health services and recognized for its financial strength and leadership.
Job location and travel
The role involves working within schools in northern Cook and Lake County, likely requiring presence at multiple school locations.
Unique job features
The position involves evidence-based interventions, collaboration with school personnel, and participation in multi-tier system of supports (MTSS) meetings, focusing on tailored student mental health support.
Company overview
Josselyn, headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services. Founded in 1951, the center offers a range of outpatient services including therapy, psychiatry, case management, and support groups, catering to individuals of all ages. They generate revenue through service fees and grants, including a notable $625,000 award for Mental Health Awareness Training. Josselyn has experienced significant growth in recent years, expanding its programs and service reach to meet increasing demand.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience with school-based interventions, social and emotional learning (SEL), and collaboration with educational teams, highlighting any work involving MTSS frameworks or similar multi-tiered support systems.
Highlight your ability to analyze student behavior data, conduct classroom observations, and provide evidence-based group and individual interventions, showcasing your skills in crisis stabilization and psychoeducational assessments.
Apply through multiple channels such as Josselyn's official corporate website, LinkedIn job postings, and reputable nonprofit job boards to maximize your application exposure.
Connect with current Josselyn clinicians or school support personnel on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on their recent involvement in SEL programs or asking about their experiences collaborating with school teams to improve student outcomes.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'school-based interventions,' 'MTSS,' 'SEL,' 'behavior data analysis,' 'group facilitation,' and 'crisis stabilization' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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