School-Based Life Skills Coach

Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401K Matching

Bi-lingual Bonus

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated School-Based Life Skills Specialist to work with school-aged students, providing life skills education and support to foster social, emotional, and behavioral development.

You will collaborate with school staff and families, deliver interventions, and help students overcome challenges to reach their potential. Energetic, creative candidates who engage diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, or related human services field.
• Associate's degree plus 2 years direct care experience in social services or behavioral health.
• High school diploma with four years direct care experience in social services.
• Two years post-bachelor's experience in mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver life skills interventions on topics like communication, self-management, decision-making and self-regulation.
• Provide individual and family sessions to develop essential life skills.
• Work in classroom or school office; occasional after-school/evening visits at school or home.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to address student needs.
• Maintain records of student progress and outcomes in an electronic health record.
• Liaise with schools, families, and community resources for support services.
• Schedule and locations may vary during school breaks to meet needs.
• Promote a positive and inclusive environment supporting student growth.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, or a related degree in human service field

Associate's degree in human services or related field and 2 years direct care experience

High school diploma or GED and four years direct care experience

Two years' post-bachelors work experience in mental health is preferred

Job description

Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated School-Based Life Skills Specialist to work with school-aged students, providing life skills education and support to foster social, emotional, and behavioral development.

You will collaborate with school staff and families, deliver interventions, and help students overcome challenges to reach their potential. Energetic, creative candidates who engage diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.