Portland State University

Rooted in justice, relationship, and community collaboration, PSU’s SSW advances knowledge and creates social change through teaching, research, practice, and advocacy.. Position Summary This position will work closely and collaborate with other project staff at PSU, PSU SSW Practicum Education Program faculty, the PSU MSW Program Administration, and the high schools and community cultural partners on the grant.. The Coordinator will recruit and support MSW students for the school based mental health workforce development project, which aims to increase the number and diversity of mental health professionals working in high-need secondary schools.. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvementAdheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.. No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable)

project coordinator

Position Details Proposed Start Date 04/22/2024 Classification Title Field, Research, and Outreach Services Rank N - No Rank Working Title School Based Mental Health Project Coordinator Department 240200 - RRI Regional Research Institute Position Number D91279 Representation AU - AAUP Renewable Renewable End date, if applicable Position FTE Tenure Status N - not applicable Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept The School of Social Work at Portland State University (SSW) envisions a world where all people lead fulfilling lives in affirming, just and equitable communities. Rooted in justice, relationship, and community collaboration, PSU’s SSW advances knowledge and creates social change through teaching, research, practice, and advocacy. Our core values and beliefs include collective care, responsive learning, knowledge that serves, community partnership, and social change. The SSW provides accessible interdisciplinary educational opportunities and actively works to bring about structural change through its teaching, training, workforce development, research, and advocacy.This position is housed within SSW at the Regional Research Institute (RRI), whose mission is to conduct innovative research, training, collaboration, and program evaluation that addresses critical community issues. The RRI works at the intersection of research, practice, training, and policy with local, state, regional, national, and international agencies and partners. Position Summary This position will work closely and collaborate with other project staff at PSU, PSU SSW Practicum Education Program faculty, the PSU MSW Program Administration, and the high schools and community cultural partners on the grant. The Coordinator will support project implementation, coordination of program deliverables, development of practicum placements, and collaboration with workforce partners named in the grant.The Coordinator will recruit and support MSW students for the school based mental health workforce development project, which aims to increase the number and diversity of mental health professionals working in high-need secondary schools. They will recruit Advanced MSW students for training as mental health professionals and practicum in a high school. They will recruit from the high-need communities included in the grant, and from the diverse student demographics that reflect the communities included in the project. They will participate in all aspects of the practicum placement process for students selected to participate in the project. The candidate must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and dynamic interpersonal skills.This position will work closely with the Reclaiming Futures team to facilitate the implementation of the school wide mental health screening, brief intervention and referral model in each of the high need schools included in the project. This will include supporting the training of interns prior to placement and establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with our cultural partners: La Clinica, Latino Network, and the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board. Minimum Qualifications MSW from an accredited CSWE program with a minimum of two years post-MSW practice experienceMinimum of two years working in mental health servicesTwo or more years of any of the following: BSW/MSW Field Instructor Experience or Social Work Academic Instruction – or-Supervisory Experience Working knowledge of culturally responsive and/or multilingual advising practice and supportsExperience working with community based organizations and secondary school systemsMinimum of one year program or project management and/or leadership experience Preferred Qualifications Experience providing student mental health services in a middle or high school settingExperience working with community agencies, programs, and systems that serve students in middle or high schoolsDemonstrated ability to work productively on a team and to communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse students, staff, faculty, and community partnersTraining/Certification in an adolescent mental health intervention modelCurrently Licensed as SSWL, LMSW, LCSW, LPC, or LMFT or in the State of Oregon or a comparable level of professional licensureMinimum of two years of direct experience in a mental health setting providing prevention services and/or mental health therapy to children and their families Key Cultural Competencies Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvementAdheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Work Days/Hours Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement This is a 12-month, full-time, FTE, non-tenure track, administrative position. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary range for this position will be $61,356 – $69,228 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above and approval from HR. This is a benefited position represented by the AAUP; benefits include 95% premium paid health insurance, a retirement plan, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse, or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools. Application Instructions Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable)

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