School-Based Student Support Specialist

Porter-Starke Services; Knox (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Porter-Starke Services in Knox, IN, seeks a School Based Support Specialist to work with students and families, providing case management, crisis interventions, and referrals within the school setting.

The role involves collaborating with school personnel, delivering interventions, and supporting students’ well-being in educational environments. A Bachelor’s degree in a human services field and driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related Human Services field is required.
• Valid Indiana Driver’s License, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Related experience equal to or greater than 6 months.
• Experience in crisis intervention and working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions to students experiencing challenges that interrupt learning.
• Provide resources and referrals to families in need.
• Provide consultation to school personnel on challenging situations and issues.
• Conduct case management assessments and facilitate access to treatment as needed.
• Provide documentation of interventions per department standards.
• Participate in regular peer consultation to discuss cases and reflect on care provided.
• Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude towards school personnel and students.
• Attend staffing, clinical supervision, in-services, and staff meetings.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Student rapport

Individual & group interventions

Documentation

Advocacy

Time management

Group facilitation

Typing / computer basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related Human Services field

Tools

N/A

Job description

Porter-Starke Services in Knox, IN, seeks a School Based Support Specialist to work with students and families, providing case management, crisis interventions, and referrals within the school setting.

The role involves collaborating with school personnel, delivering interventions, and supporting students’ well-being in educational environments. A Bachelor’s degree in a human services field and driver’s license are required.