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Position Title: Mental Health Specialist
Job ID: RR-167320
Salary Range/Level:
$52,423 - $99,789
26-27 Salary Range
(commensurate with experience)
Affiliation:
2025-2026 Affiliation: IIPSA 1-150
Work Location:
Ingham ISD - Mason, MI
Schedule:
37 weeks / 5 days per week / 7 hours per day
Reports To:
Shalonda James-Garza
Application Deadline:
May 14, 2026
How To Apply
A completed online application is required. (See application instructions at Ingham ISD under Join Our Team.)
Internal applicants, please use your Ingham ISD email address when applying.
About The Role
Under the direct supervision of the administrator and in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the Ingham Intermediate School District, the Mental Health Specialist is responsible for providing therapeutic supportive services for eligible students. The Mental Health Specialist provides student assessment, therapy, consultation, case planning, crisis response and the provision of direct service.
- Provides mental health treatment services and periodic reporting of student progress
- Provides consultative services to staff and parents within a defined pre-referral process.
- Provides mental health assessments for eligible students, along with the development and implementation of individual care plans for these students.
About You
- Approval by the State Department of Education or the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) as one of the following: A psychiatrist; A licensed master’s level psychologist; A limited licensed master’s level psychologist, under the supervision of a licensed master’s level psychologist; A MDE credentialed master’s level school psychologist; A licensed master’s level marriage and family therapist; A licensed master’s level professional counselor (LPC); A limited licensed master’s level professional counselor (LPC), under the supervision of a licensed master’s level professional counselor; A licensed master’s level social worker (MSW); A licensed master’s level school social worker (SSW); A limited licensed master’s level social worker (LMSW), under the supervision of a licensed master’s level social worker
- One-year experience in social work, counseling, or psychology practice, in a school or clinical setting which can include master’s level social work, counseling, or psychology internship.
- Knowledge of theoretical content in treatment modes for mental health practice and ability to apply these to a school-based setting.
About Us
Why Join Ingham ISD
Ingham ISD is dedicated to providing high-quality educational supports for school districts, children, and families, with a strong focus on student achievement, leadership, and collaboration. We seek team members who are passionate about our mission, embrace innovation, and help foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We encourage individuals committed to education who bring a variety of perspectives and experiences that will enhance our team and the communities we serve to apply.
- Collaborative and supportive environment
- Opportunities for personal and career growth
- Impactful work
- Competitive Compensation
We offer our employees top-tier benefits, including a choice of six health insurance plans, district-paid dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability. Visit our website for a comprehensive list of benefits.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of the Ingham Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Organizational Development, 2630 West Howell Road, Mason, MI, 48854. (517) 244-1289.
Your Impact, Our Legacy: Join Ingham Intermediate School District for a Meaningful Career.
From PDF Description
INGHAM INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT
GENERIC JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Mental Health Specialist AFFILIATION: IIPSA
POSITION #: 16416
GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the administrator and in accordance with the
established policies and procedures of the Ingham Intermediate School District, the Mental Health
Specialist is responsible for providing therapeutic supportive services for eligible students. The Mental
Health Specialist provides student assessment, therapy, consultation, case planning, crisis response and
the provision of direct service.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:
1. Provides mental health treatment services and periodic reporting of student progress
2. Provides consultative services to staff and parents within a defined pre-referral process
3. Provides mental health assessments for eligible students, along with the development and
implementation of individual care plans for these students.
4. Serves as liaison between the school, family and community mental health resources for eligible
students on caseload.
5. Completes and maintains documentation of services provided in accordance with district policies and
procedures.
6. Provides crisis response and direct support to students, staff, and families.
7. Provides group treatment for identified students.
8. Perform other duties as assigned by the administrator.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Approval by the State Department of Education or the Department of Licensing and Regulatory
Affairs (LARA) as one of the following:
• A psychiatrist;
• A licensed master’s level psychologist;
• A limited licensed master’s level psychologist, under the supervision of a licensed master’s
level psychologist;
• A MDE credentialed master’s level school psychologist;
• A licensed master’s level marriage and family therapist;
• A licensed master’s level professional counselor (LPC);
• A limited licensed master’s level professional counselor (LPC), under the supervision of a
licensed master’s level professional counselor;
• A licensed master’s level social worker (MSW);
• A licensed master’s level school social worker (SSW);
• A limited licensed master’s level social worker (LMSW), under the supervision of a licensed
master’s level social worker
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED (continued):
2. One-year experience in social work, counseling, or psychology practice, in a school or clinical
setting which can include master’s level social work, counseling, or psychology internship.
3. Knowledge of theoretical content in treatment modes for mental health practice and ability to
apply these to a school-based setting.
4. Demonstrated skills and successful experience in counseling/therapy with individuals, groups of
students, and their families.
5. Knowledge of state and federal mandates which directly affect mental health services.
6. Ability to work and effectively communicate with administrators, staff, agencies, medical
providers, students, and their families.
7. Self-directedness, flexibility and initiative when given a variety of responsibilities and assigned
tasks.
8. Ability to make decisions and problem solve within a team of service providers.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The Mental Health Specialist will be provided office space within educational settings. This position
requires daily travel, for which the staff member must provide transportation. This position will interface
with LEA and IISD staff, community providers, agency personnel, and families.
Preceding data are intended to convey information essential to making fair pay decisions about the job,
and are not exhaustive lists of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with
it.
Approved by the Board of Education: December 2019
Updated by Human Resources: September 2023
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