UPMC is hiring an SAP Liaison I to support the Propel School System as part of Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough.

We have a unique year-round program that focuses on providing support to scholars in their school environment with a track record of helping to reduce barriers to learning.  Our program also works to improve their overall emotional well-being with a trauma informed approach.

The exact school is subject to change based on need within the Propel Charter School system. The hours are primarily Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with minimal evenings as needed for school events. This position has a business causal dress code with free parking on site.

Provide education and consultation services to schools through the Student Assistance Program. Serve as a specialist consultant to core teams while participating in community prevention activities. Will perform work duties at off-site locations such as schools, community centers and community events.

Responsibilities:

·       Provide consultation services to school personnel regarding SAP, normal and abnormal child development, identification of students at-risk and modes of intervention.

·       Facilitate and/or co-facilitate educational and support groups covering topics identified by schools.

·       Attend trainings in accordance with BDAP regulations while pursuing certification from the PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board.

·       Maintain positive communication with school personnel and parents regarding student’s progress in program (within the parameters of confidentiality)

·       Perform individual assessments on students referred by teachers and parents through the Core Team.

·       Establish/maintain effective working relationships with students/school personnel/community agencies as well as co-workers.

·       Provide classroom prevention/education sessions to enhance ATOD/MH curriculum upon request.

·       Attend all Instructional Support and Core Team meetings on a regular basis for all school services.

·       Provide information and intervention referral sources to appropriate services (outpatient, inpatient, etc.)?

·       Conduct individual sessions with referred students.?

·       Provide ATOD/MH prevention and education presentations in the community as requested.