School Based Support Specialist

Job Summary

A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Position Perks & Benefits

• Pay: $20.00 - $23.00
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment
• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement (When applicable)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mental health services to students on school premises
• Support treatment goals using evidence-based strategies and a strengths-based approach
• Help students build skills that promote recovery, resilience, and academic success
• Manage a student caseload and provide care coordination with other service providers
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and participate in client staffings
• Provide crisis response and follow-up support, including outreach for missed appointments
• Collaborate with school personnel, families, and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with agency, state, and clinical guidelines
• Participate in staff development, quality improvement, and program evaluation
• Conduct home visits and outreach during school breaks or as needed

Qualifications

• One of the following is required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related human services field
• Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and two years of related experience
• Four-year combination of higher education and two years of related experience
• Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health Support
• Four years of qualifying experience in mental health, substance use, or developmental disability services

Required License/Certification: Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of mental health/substance use interventions and community resources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, multitask, and work independently
• Comfortable building rapport with students, families, and school personnel
• Able to adapt to changing needs and priorities in a school-based setting

Illinois Applicant Notice

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Centerstone is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$19.10--$26.80

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program