School-based Life Skills Specialist

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

Do you have a passion for working with youth and their families? Come join a team who is focused on improving the well-being of others!

Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School-Based Life Skills Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with school-aged students to provide life skills education and support, fostering social, emotional, and behavioral development. By collaborating with school staff and families, you will play a vital role in empowering students to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. We are looking for applicants who are creative, passionate, and fun to engage persons with diverse backgrounds.

Currently, open position(s) exist in Montgomery County.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging life skills interventions and strategies on topics such as communication, self-management, decision‑making, conflict resolution, and self‑regulation.
• Provide individual and family sessions to support students in developing essential life skills.
• Primarily work with students during the school day in the classroom or school office; before/after school and early evening hours will also be utilized to support students and families either at school or in the student's home.
• Collaborate and regularly communicate with teachers, counselors, and school administrators to identify and address student needs.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and program outcomes within an electronic health record.
• Serve as a liaison between schools, families, and community resources to connect students and families with additional support services.
• Schedule and location of services may vary during school break times to accommodate students and families.
• Promote a positive, inclusive environment that fosters student growth and well‑being.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, or a related degree in human service field is required or
• Associate's degree in human services or related field and (2) years previous direct care experience in social services, behavioral health, school-based, etc.; or
• High school graduate or GED and four (4) years previous direct care experience in social services, behavioral health, school-based, etc.
• Two years' of post-bachelors work experience in mental health is preferred.

Compensation And Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance packages to include medical, vision, and dental
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Matching contributions to your 401K program
• Bi‑lingual bonus
• Support from Clinical Leaders
• Leadership advancement opportunities
• Internship opportunities for those interested in pursuing Master’s education

As a proud recipient of Platinum level certification for Mental Health America's Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, Cummins Behavioral Health Systems puts mental health at the forefront of employee health and well‑being.

Cummins is one of the State's top-rated community mental/behavioral health and addiction services centers in Customer Satisfaction as recognized by the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.