Mental Health Specialists (MHS) are hired by OKCPS to serve students. District mental health professionals with  master’s degree licensed  in social work (SSW), as well as licensed professional counselors (LPC), and License Alcohol Drug Counselors (LADC/LADCMH)  who provide student support and intervention that foster a positive and inviting school climate. Supports are inclusive of  emotional and behavior support within the school setting that address mental health and behavioral concerns, academic and classroom support, and consultation with school counselors, teachers, parents, and administrators. Mental Health Specialists  are multisite staff. They are gatekeepers for curriculum, services, and in-service programs for instructional staff for school-wide development and coordination of the prevention, intervention and postvention of wellness and mental health programs. MHS provide assistance within the Multi-tiered Intervention System of Support to ensure social and emotional behavioral services within Tier 1 and Tier 2 are provided.  Additionally, they work with School Counselors to facilitate Tier 3 services for students with community partners.

Mental Health Specialists  are the link between the school, home, and community. They work with students, family members, OKCPS staff/teachers, other professionals, and our community. MHS are dedicated to improving school systems and alleviating the systemic barriers to learning and graduation. For more information, call (405) 587-0106.