Position Summary:

The Mental Health Curriculum Writer (Consultant) will be responsible for the creation and refinement of Tier 1 and Tier 2 mental health lessons for K–12 students as part of an 18-month, grant-funded project. This role involves writing and editing detailed lesson guides and developing accompanying PowerPoint presentations that will be digitized and housed on a learning management system (LMS). The ideal candidate is a former school social worker, counselor, or educator with expertise in CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices. **
Disclaimer:** The availability of hybrid work arrangements is subject to change at the company's discretion based on business needs, operational requirements, and other factors. The company reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue hybrid work options at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to transition to an onsite work arrangement as determined by management.

Responsibilities:

• Write and revise Tier 2 small group mental health lesson guides for school-based mental health staff and intervention providers
• Develop Tier 1 universal lesson guides for educators to use in whole-class settings such as advisory, homeroom, or community circle
• Create engaging, developmentally appropriate PowerPoint presentations that align with each lesson and support facilitators of all experience levels
• Ensure all content reflects evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, SEL, and trauma-informed care
• Collaborate with internal curriculum, clinical, and training teams to align lessons with program goals, therapeutic principles, and instructional standards
• Adapt content to be culturally responsive and accessible for diverse learners across K–12 grade levels
• Support the preparation of lessons and presentations for digitization, ensuring consistency, clarity, and usability on an LMS platform
• Incorporate feedback from pilot sites and internal reviewers to refine content and improve lesson effectiveness

This is a non-supervisory position.

Qualifications:

**General
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• Bachelor's Degree required, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in developing and delivering mental health and/or social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience in curriculum design, including writing and producing high-quality learning materials such as lesson guides, facilitator manuals, and PowerPoint presentations for diverse K-12 audiences.
• Experience providing school-based mental health services, including group therapy and behavioral interventions.
• Familiarity with CBT, DBT, trauma-informed practices, and other evidence-based approaches.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive mental health care.

Specific

• Attention to detail: Strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Time management: Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload.
• Problem-solving: Proactively address issues and find solutions.
• Multitasking: Capable of handling several tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in software: Familiarity with MS Office, Google Workspace, or relevant software.
• Interpersonal skills: Strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Flexibility: Adaptable to changing needs and priorities.

This position operates in a professional office environment and requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, use standard office equipment (such as computers, phones, copiers, and printers), perform tasks that involve repetitive motion and communicating with others. The role may also require occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.

Disclaimer: Child Mind Institute is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In compliance with California law, we also prohibit discrimination based on reproductive health decision-making, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other category protected by the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). In New York, we extend this prohibition to include status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, or any other characteristic protected by the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL).

Child Mind Institute is dedicated to ensuring accessibility and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process or perform your job, please contact our HR Department.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

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