School-based Life Skills Specialist

Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc.; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance packages

Paid time off and holidays

401K with matching contributions

Bi-lingual bonus

Support from Clinical Leaders

Leadership advancement opportunities

Internship opportunities for Master’s

Job summary

Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. in Greencastle, IN seeks a School-Based Life Skills Specialist to work with school‑aged students, providing life skills education and behavioral support during the school day and beyond.

You will collaborate with teachers, counselors, and families to promote social and emotional development, maintain progress records, and connect students with community resources. A degree in a human services field is required; varied experience also considered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver life skills interventions and strategies on communication, self-management, decision-making, conflict resolution, and self-regulation.
• Provide individual and family sessions to support students in developing essential life skills.
• Work with students during the school day; before/after school and evenings may be used to support students and families at school or home.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and school administrators to identify and address student needs.
• Maintain records of student progress and outcomes in an electronic health record.
• Liaise between schools, families, and community resources to connect students with additional support services.
• Schedule and location of services may vary during school break times.
• Promote a positive, inclusive environment that fosters student growth and well-being.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Counseling basics

Collaboration with educators

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / Mental Health / Psychology / Sociology

Associate's degree in human services + 2 years direct care experience

High school diploma or GED + 4 years direct care experience

Two years post-bachelors work experience in mental health 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 Putnam County (Greencastle, IN).

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 (8) 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.