Mental Health Behavior Specialist

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Honea Path (SC); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Supportive leadership

Professional growth

VIP toolkit

Competitive salary

Flexible pay options

Continuing Ed

Collaborative team

Résumé du poste

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC is seeking a Mental Health Behavior Specialist to coach school staff supporting students with high-intensity behavioral and mental health needs. You will partner with teachers, counselors, and administrators to build capacity for effective, individualized interventions in the classroom.

Working within an MTSS framework, you will equip school teams with tools and confidence to help high-needs students succeed socially, emotionally, and behaviorally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field.
• 3–5 years in a school/mental health setting.
• Experience in behavior management and crisis intervention.
• Experience with special education is highly preferred.

Responsabilités

• Conduct classroom observations and partner with staff to implement effective strategies.
• Provide targeted interventions such as small groups and check-in/check-out.
• Respond to student crises with de-escalation and stabilization.
• Develop and support Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and assessments.
• Coach teachers on classroom management and proactive behavior strategies.
• Monitor progress and adjust supports based on data.
• Collaborate with school teams to ensure consistent approaches.

Connaissances

Behavior management

Crisis intervention

Student support

Coaching adults and students

Special education experience

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Masters preferred

Description du poste

Calling All Mental Health Superstars!

The Stepping Stones Group, in collaboration with Anderson School District Two, is seeking a Mental Health Behavior Specialist to deliver hands-on coaching and consultation to school staff supporting students with high-intensity behavioral and mental health needs. In this role, you'll partner directly with teachers, counselors, and administrators to build their capacity to implement effective, individualized intervention strategies in the classroom. Working within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, the MHBS plays a critical role in equipping school teams with the tools and confidence to help high-needs students succeed socially, emotionally, and behaviorally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or other Related Field (Masters level preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a school, mental health, or other related setting
• Demonstrated expertise in behavior management, crisis intervention, and student support, with the ability to effectively coach both adults and students
• Experience working with special education students is highly preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Supportive Clinical Leadership - You'll never feel like you're in this alone
• Ongoing Professional Growth - Because learning should never stop
• Exclusive Resources - Think of it as your VIP toolkit for success
• Competitive Salary + Benefits - Perks you'll love
• Flexible Pay Options - Because budgeting shouldn't be stressful
• Professional Development & Continuing Ed - Keep growing your skills
• An Inspiring & Collaborative Team - Work with people who get you

What You'll Do:

• Conduct classroom observations to assess individual student needs, then partner with staff to identify and implement the most effective strategies for their setting
• Provide targeted interventions such as small groups, check-in/check-out systems, and short-term counseling on an as needed basis
• Respond to and help manage student crises, including de-escalation and stabilization
• Develop and support Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and behavior assessments
• Coach teachers and staff on classroom management and proactive behavior strategies
• Monitor student progress and behavior data to adjust supports and identify trends
• Coordinate with school teams to ensure aligned, consistent

This position is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a significant impact on students' lives and building a rewarding career in school-based social work. Join us at The Stepping Stones Group to be part of a team dedicated to educational excellence and student well-being.