School Clinician
Putnam Public Schools, Putnam, CT, United States
Putnam Middle School is seeking a compassionate and experienced full-time School Clinician to support students' social-emotional development and promote positive behavioral outcomes during the critical middle school years. The ideal candidate will bring a trauma-informed approach to provide individual and group counseling, assist in crisis response, and conduct assessments that guide behavior plans and student success. Working within a collaborative culture of caring educators, the selected professional will play a key role in fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that ensures our students' educational experience prepares them for the real world.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Direct Student Support:
Provide individual and group counseling sessions focused on the unique social-emotional needs of middle school students, including identity development, peer relationships, and academic anxiety.
Trauma-Informed Intervention:
Implement evidence-based, trauma-informed strategies to support students' emotional regulation and behavioral growth.
Crisis Response:
Lead and assist in school-based crisis intervention and risk assessments to ensure student safety and stability.
Assessment & Planning:
Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and develop comprehensive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to inform programming and guide decision-making.
Collaborative Partnership:
Work closely with teachers, administrators, and the Student Services team to integrate social-emotional learning into the classroom and support inclusive practices.
Family & Community Engagement:
Serve as a bridge between the school, families, and outside community providers to ensure a holistic approach to student wellness.
Progress Monitoring:
Maintain accurate documentation of interventions and student progress to measure the efficacy of support services.
Minimum Qualifications:
Certification:
Valid CT Teaching Certificate with endorsement
070
(School Psychologist),
071
(School Social Worker),
068
(School Counselor), or
268
(School Marriage and Family Therapist); or documented eligibility for certification is required.
Mastery of social-emotional development and trauma-informed approaches appropriate for middle school-aged students.
High degree of professionalism and a commitment to maintaining student confidentiality.
Background Check: Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements.
Rate of Pay:
$56,198 - $100,761 per year (determined by contractual agreement)
Start Date:
2026-2027 School Year
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Major Duties & Responsibilities:
Direct Student Support:
Provide individual and group counseling sessions focused on the unique social-emotional needs of middle school students, including identity development, peer relationships, and academic anxiety.
Trauma-Informed Intervention:
Implement evidence-based, trauma-informed strategies to support students' emotional regulation and behavioral growth.
Crisis Response:
Lead and assist in school-based crisis intervention and risk assessments to ensure student safety and stability.
Assessment & Planning:
Conduct functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and develop comprehensive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to inform programming and guide decision-making.
Collaborative Partnership:
Work closely with teachers, administrators, and the Student Services team to integrate social-emotional learning into the classroom and support inclusive practices.
Family & Community Engagement:
Serve as a bridge between the school, families, and outside community providers to ensure a holistic approach to student wellness.
Progress Monitoring:
Maintain accurate documentation of interventions and student progress to measure the efficacy of support services.
Minimum Qualifications:
Certification:
Valid CT Teaching Certificate with endorsement
070
(School Psychologist),
071
(School Social Worker),
068
(School Counselor), or
268
(School Marriage and Family Therapist); or documented eligibility for certification is required.
Mastery of social-emotional development and trauma-informed approaches appropriate for middle school-aged students.
High degree of professionalism and a commitment to maintaining student confidentiality.
Background Check: Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements.
Rate of Pay:
$56,198 - $100,761 per year (determined by contractual agreement)
Start Date:
2026-2027 School Year
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