Director of Student Services

Job DetailsJob Location: Education Campus - Kansas City, MO 64038Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/yearWe are seeking Director of Student Services to join our team. 

Starting Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 (Salary)

We are seeking a Director of Student Services to join our team.  Your role acts as a co-leader for the Cornerstones of Care K-12 Day Treatment School Program.  The Director oversees the coordination of therapeutic, behavioral, and safety supports for all students at the Day Treatment School. This role ensures effective communication between educational, clinical, and families to promote consistent, holistic care.   As a member of the Education team, you will report to our Senior Director of Education Programs and Services.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:


Ensure students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and other support plans are developed, implemented, and regularly reviewed.
Utilizes tools and systems to ensure timely and quality documentation is completed by team members.
Stay current on special education procedures, student record documentation, and relevant state and district requirements.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all student referrals, coordinating with referring districts, families, and internal teams to ensure appropriate placement, timely communication, and smooth transitions into the program.
Monitors and tracks monthly enrollment census to ensure accuracy and alignment with program goals.
Collaborate with agency leadership to oversee the implementation and accountability of the services funded by entities such as the Mental Health Levy and COMBAT.


 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

Our ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience leading behavioral or therapeutic programs within a school, alternative program, or day treatment setting and the following:


Master’s degree in School Counseling, Special Education, or Educational Leadership is required.
At least 3 to 5 years of proven experience in leading behavioral or therapeutic programs within a school, alternative program, or day treatment setting.
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a safe, supportive, and trauma informed school climate for students and team members.
Licensure or certification in a related field—such as School Counselor, Special Education, or Education Administration Certificate—is strongly preferred.



At least 21 years of age and pass background check, physical, and drug screening
A valid driver’s license in the state you reside in, proof of current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.


WHO WE ARE:

Cornerstones of Care is a mental and behavioral health nonprofit certified in trauma-informed care that provides evidence-based prevention, intervention, treatment, and support services to help children and families improve their safety and health by making positive changes in their lives. Each year, our team empowers children and families in Kansas, Missouri, and beyond through three key service areas:


Youth & Family Support – We help youth gain independence through social and living support programs while empowering families with the skills and resources they need to become resilient and successful.
Foster Care & Adoption – We reunify and unite families while recruiting and providing support to foster parents and youth in foster care.
Education & Community Trainings – We help students achieve academic success while giving educators the tools to create safe learning environments to improve their students’ behaviors and offer innovative learning opportunities to build and improve knowledge in the community.


CORNERSTONES OF CARE’S ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENTS:


Nonviolence - helping to build safety skills and a commitment to a higher purpose.
Emotional Intelligence - helping to teach emotional management skills.
Social Learning - helping to build cognitive skills.
Open Communication - helping to overcome barriers to healthy communication, learn conflict management.
Democracy - helping to create civic skills of self-control, self-discipline, and administration of healthy authority.
Social Responsibility - helping to rebuild social connection skills, establish healthy attachment relationships.
Growth and Change - helping to work through loss and prepare for the future.




OUR WIDE STATEMENT:

At Cornerstones of Care, we commit to fostering a community where every individual, regardless of background or identity, feels deeply welcomed, valued, and empowered. We envision a diverse community where inclusion and welcoming are prioritized. A community where all voices are heard, listened to, and respected. A community where everyone’s physical, emotional, social, and psychological needs are met. At Cornerstones of Care, we have a vision where equity is not just a goal but is present in all we do; every team member feels empowered t