School Based Liaison

SCHOOL BASED LIAISON This individual will act as a single point of contact for educational systems to navigate the mental health system and other child-serving systems, ensuring that all children and their families are supported to make informed decisions concerning their rights to treatment options within the community and educational settings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as a liaison between Allegheny County’s Office of Behavioral Health and assigned school districts, assisting educators in navigating mental health and other child serving systems. 1.

Assist educators in understanding mental health services available, varying levels of care, how to access services properly, and any required follow-up necessary to maintain delivery of service. 2.

Provide mediation and conflict resolution between school districts and mental health service providers. 3.

Provide consultation to school districts for students with complex needs, assist...