School-Based Behavioral Health Specialist

Applitrack; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack seeks a Behavioral Interventionist to work at Oakland International Academy, Middle School, providing behavioral health counseling and crisis intervention to students.

The role requires licensure as Counselor or Social Worker or a Bachelor’s in Psychology, with experience in school-based behavioral health and confidentiality standards. Duties include one-on-one and small-group counseling, plus referrals when needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed Counselor or Licensed Social Worker, or Bachelor's degree in Psychology.
• Experience with behavioral health interventions or counseling in school settings is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidential records and comply with privacy laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health interventions to support psychological, behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being.
• Deliver non-academic behavioral health counseling services.
• Assess needs and refer to Community Mental Health System when appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist immigrant students with acculturation and acclimation services.
• Perform related duties as required by supervisor.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Education

Licensed Counselor

Licensed Social Worker

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology

Job description

Applitrack seeks a Behavioral Interventionist to work at Oakland International Academy, Middle School, providing behavioral health counseling and crisis intervention to students.

The role requires licensure as Counselor or Social Worker or a Bachelor’s in Psychology, with experience in school-based behavioral health and confidentiality standards. Duties include one-on-one and small-group counseling, plus referrals when needed.