Impactful School-Based Behavioral Intervention Specialist

Shodair Children's Hospital; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

6% employer paid 403B contribution

Job summary

Shodair Children’s Hospital seeks a Behavioral Intervention Specialist for the CSCT team at Helena Middle School. This full-time, school-based role provides direct support to students with serious emotional disturbances, collaborating with CSCT therapists, school staff, and families to implement mental health interventions in and beyond the classroom.

The candidate will engage in crisis intervention, behavior management, and coordination of structured summer/holiday programs, including student

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or two years’ experience in youth mental health or related field.
• Valid driver’s license required for transporting students.
• Experience in a school or child behavioral health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, and support to students per individualized treatment plans.
• Assist students in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and coping strategies.
• Support therapeutic classroom activities and assignments for students.
• Collaborate with therapists, school staff, and families to ensure consistent intervention.
• Participate in crisis intervention using safe, non-violent techniques when needed.
• Document student behaviors, progress, and interventions per policy and billing requirements.
• Coordinate and participate in structured summer and holiday programs; transport students as needed.
• Administer school-time medications during non-traditional sessions.
• Model positive behavior and promote safety and respect among students.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

De-escalation

Behavior management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, or related field

High school diploma or GED with two years experience

Job description

Shodair Children’s Hospital seeks a Behavioral Intervention Specialist for the CSCT team at Helena Middle School. This full-time, school-based role provides direct support to students with serious emotional disturbances, collaborating with CSCT therapists, school staff, and families to implement mental health interventions in and beyond the classroom.

The candidate will engage in crisis intervention, behavior management, and coordination of structured summer/holiday programs, including student