Regional Mash Coordinator

Regional MASH Coordinator JobID: 878

Position Type:

Special Education Services

Date Posted:

6/7/2024

Location:

Pasco

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Position Title: Regional MASH Coordinator

Department: Special Services

Reports To: Executive Director of Special Services

Classification: Exempt- Professional Certificated (130 days per year)

Time in Position: .722 FTE (Potential to grow based on program needs)

Salary Range 23-24: $52,023.89 (step 1/year 1) - $58,553.35 (step 5/year5)

Salary Range 24-25: Starting September 1, 2024, $53,948.78 (step 1/year 1) - $60,719.83 (step 5/year5)

SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for providing leadership and support to ESD staff, district level staff, individuals with behavioral challenges, and their families by coordinating behavioral and mental health services within the region. The coordinator will oversee and maintain a regional caseload and meet regularly with all members of a student's team to ensure the delivery of services and coordination of supports. The coordinator will be the main contact within the region to access and maintain these behavioral services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide coaching and mentoring to multi-disciplinary team members.

• Complete a comprehensive (community/family/school) intake on the onset of MASH services for each student.

• Develop, present, and conduct effect workshops, in-service trainings, and informational meetings for multi-disciplinary teams to address the needs of districts and team personnel.

• Work collaboratively to support children's social/emotional development and modify inappropriate behaviors.

• Facilitate periodic MASH team coordination meetings to provide training and information related to student-centered programming.

• Maintain as a liaison and active participation with District staff, parents, students, professional associations, and community-based organizations.

• Assist LEAs to coordinate agency contracts.

• Work independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve objectives.

• Set priorities, meet deadlines and schedules, deal with frequent interruptions, and work as part of a team.

• Schedule activities, meetings, or events for the development and implementation of services for students.

• Carry out the mandates of the Washington State Legislature, State Board of Education, and the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), as they relate to special education services, and assist in the clarification and dissemination of OSPI information.

• Help complete all necessary IEP paperwork on individual students, including progress reports for the respective services and SafetyNet applications.

• Provide direction and support in developing MASH implementation plans, including a fade plan, data collection, and progress monitoring.

• Help gather and analyze data by observing and/or screening children and their behavior and emotional needs.

• Assist in assessing each child's developmental level of social-emotional functioning, design and implement individual treatment plans, prepare progress reports and maintain accurate records of contact for each child.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Follow all applicable Board policies and procedures.

Supervisory:

Provide support of newly hired behavioral staff.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs related duties as assigned. *
• Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in special education or another related field.

• Washington State ESA, Teacher or Administrative certificate.

• Minimum of 3 years of special education or mental health experience.

• Ability to facilitate and lead teams.

• Experience with PBIS and trauma informed services.

• WSP/ FBI background clearance required.

• Valid Driver's License and Car Insurance.

TRAITS THAT YOU MUST POSSESS

• Proactive self-starter. A strong sense of taking initiative moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and how to do it.

• Flexible and can thrive in a fast-paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.

• Possess confidence while being humble- lack excessive ego or concern about status. Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.

• Hungry- always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. Constantly thinking about the next step an opportunity.

• Smart- have common sense about people. Good judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions.

Requires knowledge and or abilities to:

• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with district staff, co-workers, supervisors, and community members.

• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by your specialty code of ethics.

• Ability to establish rapport and work constructively with staff, students, parents, and community members.

• Ability to creatively solve problems and work through the conflict resolution process.

• Ability to communicate effectively, in oral and written form.

• Ability to maintain knowledge of best practices and laws governing behavioral supports for students with disabilities.

• Knowledge of system-based approaches to implementing educational initiatives, school discipline practices, targeted and individual behavior supports, data collection and analysis, basic principles of behavioral change.

• Experience evaluating and writing IEP for students with behavior difficulties including students with autism and other disabilities.

• Ability to work well with school and district level leadership teams to provide school improvement decision-making and support.

• Ability to provide effective professional development for adult learners to understand, use and share data related to practices and progress monitoring.

THESE STATEMENTS MUST RESONATE WITH YOU:

"Yes, that is possible. Let me handle it, I'll figure it out."

"I am not sure, but I will find out for you."

"I have not done that before, but I can do it."

"I take a see-it, own-it, solve-it, do-it approach."

POSITION BENEFITS:

• Opportunities to receive on the job training

• Access to full benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Retirement Account. Medical Reimbursement Account, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance etc.)

• SEBB Insurance Benefits

• Access to the agency's wellness and employee assistance program

• 2 days paid personal leave

• 8 days paid sick leave

• School breaks and 13 holidays off

ABOUT OUR TEAM AND AGENCY:

Helping students realize their dreams and aspirations is at the heart of everything we do at ESD 123. We accomplish this by embracing our employees as One Team, and operating with loyalty and commitment through compassion, dedication, and collaboration. At ESD 123, we strive to offer the highest quality customer experience by committing to our Culture Playbook, and always looking for ways to say, "Yes, and…" Each member of our ESD team must be humble, hungry, and smart, with a focus on making his or her teammates look good while working toward achieving our mission.

We want this position to be one that you are or can be passionate about and look forward to embracing. We want you to grow, be challenged, and have fun while doing things that you are skilled at and enjoy. We are looking for someone who is proud to join our ESD One Team!

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel is required to local school districts and program sites, and for workshops, committee representation and conferences at local, regional, and state level. Sitting for extended periods of time may be required. Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Hazards: Those present in a normal office environment; no known significant hazards.