School Based Support Specialist-SELF School

Job Summary Porter-Starke Services is seeking a School-Based Support Specialist for our SELF School to provide interventions, referrals, and resources to elementary, middle, or high school-aged children and their families. As a School-Based Support Specialist, you will work closely with teachers and school administrators, serving as a resource and providing assistance with behavioral health issues, providing case management assessments, and accessing community resources for families in need. Responsibilities Provides interventions to students experiencing challenges that interrupt their ability to learn while in school, including case management, skills training, and crisis interventions when appropriate.Provides resources and referrals to families in need.Provides consultation to school personnel re: challenging situations and issues.Conducts case management assessments and facilitates access to treatment, as needed.Provides documentation of interventions per departmental standards.Initiates, monitors, and updates client's treatment plans per department standards.Participates in regular peer consultation to discuss cases, reflect on care provided, and offer suggestions to other school-based clinicians.Demonstrates a positive and respectful attitude towards school personnel and students.Attends staffing, clinical supervision, in-services, and staff meetings.Typing and basic computer usage.Other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related human services field is required.Valid Driver's License and automobile insurance.Related experience equal to or greater than 6 months.Experience in crisis intervention and working with children is preferred. Benefits 401K w/ 20% company matching11 paid holidaysCompetitive wagesGenerous PTOEmployee discounts (YMCA)Employee referral programHSA/FSA accountsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceTuition assistance up to $5250/yearLoan repayments $200/monthCasual FridaysCompany paid life insurance policyCompany paid long term disabilityOptional insurances (short term disability)Employee recognition eventsEmployee Assistance ProgramFree health screenings How To Apply To learn more about our organization and job opportunities, please visit www.porterstarke.org/careers.