Specifications include, but are not limited to: a. The Organization shall work with identified preschool, elementary, middle, high and alternative high schools and their staff including school counselors, psychologists, social workers and other resources available at the school. b. The Organization shall ensure mental health services include mental health evaluation and counseling. c. The Organization (not SWCSD#2) shall employ appropriate staff to include, but not limited to, the following: i. School Based Mental Health Provider will be professionally licensed (LPC, LCSW, LMHC, LPCC, LCMHC, Licensed Psychologist) to provide on-site mental and behavioral health services in the state of Wyoming. This individual will be contracted in a full-time capacity to provide these services during hours when school is in session, and may operate under a modified schedule during summer and seasonal breaks. This position will work with the community project manager to advance the understanding of the emotional and social development of children through the implementation of effective intervention strategies and significantly contribute to the development of a healthy, safe, and caring environment that influences family, community and cultural differences on student success. ii. Mental Health Aide will support the School Based Mental Health Provider in coordinating care for the applicable student population. Common duties may include patient support, scheduling, registration, application assistance, referrals, and other administrative duties in support of the school and student population. iii. Medical Biller and Coder will support the maximization of grant resources. This position will utilize the student’s primary insurance (or Medicaid if student is eligible) to submit for reimbursement. This position will also ensure the care being received by the patient is coded applicably and that industry standards are being met. Reimbursement for uninsured students will mirror the fee schedule of Wyoming Medicaid. This position will coordinate with the school based mental health provider to support process improvements in billing and coding. d. The Organization shall develop strategies to meet the following goals: i. Provide mental and behavioral health counseling and support services to youth of varying age ranges in a school setting; ii. Collaborate with Community Project Manager the referral process and develop services; iii. Collaborate and consult with Community Project Manager to improve school personnel’s understanding of the signs that may indicate a need for behavioral health intervention; and iv. Collaborate and communicate with the Community Project Manager or Mental Health Aides to coordinate and maintain the confidential space provided for regularly scheduled services. e. The Organization will coordinate with the Community Project Manager or Mental Health Aides to provide services to students in a confidential space, while minimally disrupting the educational participation of the student. f. The Organization shall work within the confidentiality rules of FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) and HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). g. The Organization shall participate in regular meetings with the Community Project Manager and Mental Health Aides to review this program and address challenges. h. The Organization shall notify the School District of changes to the program or to staff within three (3) business days of the adjustment for unexpected changes. i. The Organization shall track, document and gather appropriate data of the services and consultation provided. j. The Organization shall have the capacity to electronically submit invoices, backup documentation, data and reports.
