ArticleThe Journal of school health2026
Framework of Core Competencies for Interdisciplinary School Mental Health Collaboration.
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Abstract
backgroundSchool mental health professionals (SMHPs) address complex student needs, yet collaboration is often hindered by role ambiguity, inconsistent preparation, and lack of consensus-based competencies. This study identified core competencies for effective interdisciplinary collaboration in K-12 schools.
methodsA three-round Delphi study involved 47 SMHPs, including school counselors, psychologists, social workers, and therapists. Panelists rated and refined competencies, which were then synthesized using a multi-step qualitative analysis into higher-order domains.
resultsConsensus was reached on 151 competencies across four themes: (1) effective communication and relationship-building, (2) collaborative leadership and team functioning, (3) professionalism, reflective practice, and critical thinking, and (4) cultural competence, equity, and a student-centered mindset. Each domain emphasized interpersonal and structural mechanisms supporting coordinated, student-focused collaboration. IMPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOL HEALTH POLICY, PRACTICE, AND EQUITY: The framework offers guidance for policy, training, and organizational structures. Embedding competencies into role expectations, professional development, and evaluation, alongside protected collaboration time and culturally responsive practices, can strengthen teams and promote equity.
conclusionsThis practitioner-informed, consensus-based framework provides a foundation for preparing SMHPs, guiding practice, and shaping policy to support coordinated, equitable mental health services in K-12 schools.
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