Behavioral Intervention Specialist- Helena Middle School

ArborSys Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

6% employer paid 403B

Medical and vision coverage

Job summary

Shodair Children’s Hospital seeks a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to join the CSCT team at Helena Middle School. This full-time, school-based position supports students with serious emotional disturbances by collaborating with a CSCT therapist, school staff, and families to implement mental health interventions and promote classroom success.

Key duties include direct student support, development of social skills, crisis intervention, and documentation for policy and billing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work or related field; or a high school diploma/GED with two years of relevant youth mental health experience.
• Ability to work with students with serious emotional disturbances in a school setting.
• Experience collaborating with therapists, school staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, and support to students per individualized plans.
• Help students build social skills and coping strategies in class and beyond.
• Assist with therapeutic classroom activities and assignments.
• Collaborate with therapists and families to ensure consistent intervention.
• Participate in crisis intervention using safe techniques when needed.
• Document behaviors, progress, and interventions for policy and billing.
• Coordinate structured summer and holiday programming, including transportation.
• Administer school-time medications during non-traditional sessions.
• Model safe, respectful, and age-appropriate behavior.

Skills

Empathetic

Effective communicator

De-escalation

Reliable

Culturally responsive

Education

Bachelor's in human services / related field

High school diploma/GED + 2 years youth mental health experience

Job description

Shodair Children’s Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to join our Comprehensive School and Community Treatment (CSCT) team at Helena Middle School. This full-time, school-based position provides direct support to students experiencing serious emotional disturbances (SED) by working collaboratively with a CSCT therapist, school staff, and families to implement mental health interventions and support students’ success in the classroom and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, and support to students based on individualized treatment and behavior plans.
• Assist students in developing and practicing social skills, emotional regulation, and coping strategies.
• Support students with therapeutic classroom activities and assignments.
• Collaborate with therapists, school personnel, and families to ensure consistent intervention and communication.
• Participate in crisis intervention using safe, non-violent techniques when necessary.
• Document student behaviors, progress, and interventions in accordance with policy and billing requirements.
• Coordinate and participate in structured summer and holiday programming, including transporting students as needed.
• Administer school-time medications during non-traditional school sessions.
• Serve as a positive role model for students, promoting safe, respectful, and age-appropriate behavior.

Ideal Characteristics

• Empathetic and patient, with a strong commitment to student-centered care.
• Effective communicator with students, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Skilled in de-escalation, problem-solving, and behavior management.
• Reliable, organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced school setting.
• Culturally responsive and respectful of confidentiality.
• Physically active and able to participate in student activities, including field trips and play.

Why Join Shodair?

At Shodair, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that provides hope, healing, and compassionate care to Montana’s youth. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to truly impact young lives. Shodair offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including paid Medical and vision, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, and a 6% employer paid 403B contribution. Starting at $19.04 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, or a related field OR High school diploma/GED with two years of experience working with youth with mental health and behavioral health challenges.
• Valid driver's license (for transporting students during programming)