TEAMS Clinical Specialist (Office of School Culture)

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are looking to hire a Teams Clinical Specialist. The TEAMS Clinical Specialist provides critical mental health services and crisis intervention support to students and families throughout the Lansing School District. This role includes conducting clinical intakes, supporting behavior threat assessments, coordinating services with school and community partners, and responding to mental health crises. The specialist also facilitates therapeutic groups and professional development for staff while maintaining close collaboration with the Mobile Crisis Response and District Threat Assessment Teams.

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
• Approved by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) as a licensed master’s level social worker, psychologist, or professional counselor.

• Minimum of five years of experience in behavioral health providing direct support to children, adolescents, or adults.
• Experience conducting clinical intakes, developing treatment recommendations, and managing mental health crises.
• Background in collaborating with school personnel, families, and community mental health resources.

• Extensive knowledge of crisis intervention strategies, de-escalation, safety planning, and trauma-informed practices.
• Proficiency in therapy modalities such as TF-CBT, DBT, expressive therapies, and cognitive restructuring.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations.
• Familiarity with age-appropriate therapeutic techniques for K–12 students.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling confidential information.

• Coordinate intake services for McKinney-Vento eligible families and other referred students.
• Assess appropriateness of school-based mental health services and complete intake documentation.
• Serve on the Mobile Crisis Response Team and the District Threat Assessment Team.
• Provide immediate support in crisis situations, including self-harm, suicidal ideation, and family violence.
• Facilitate therapy groups and provide one-on-one intervention as needed.
• Coordinate with school staff and external partners to identify and support students in need.
• Deliver professional development for district staff related to trauma, crisis response, and student mental health.
• Maintain consistent communication with clinicians, school personnel, and families.
• Prepare and present clinical summaries and treatment recommendations in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces. Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families. May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties. Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students. Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication. Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).