Job Description School Based Mental Health Case Manager

Middle school and high school students sometimes display behavioral or psychological problems that require the analysis or intervention of a professional. A school based mental health case manager connects students with professionals that provide these services. Based on data provided by Salary Expert, as of 2009 a school based mental health case manager in the United States earned an annual income between $28,868 and $38,690.

Job Duties

• The primary duty of the case manager is to identify students' psychological and behavior problems. She meets with students in groups or individually to discuss difficulties and offers referrals to help resolve them. Her job requires keeping records of the interactions. If assistance from other professionals is required, she arranges appropriate meetings.

Skill Requirements

• The ability to counsel students with empathy and invoke honest interchanges is required. Accurate documentation skills are needed. Insight is required to make referrals to professionals whose skills can address each student's needs.

Preferred Background

• A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology or counseling is required. Experience in youth or family counseling is desirable. Background working in an educational environment is a plus.