School-Based Student Wellness & Prevention Specialist

Region Ten CSB; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Region Ten CSB in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Student Assistance Specialist to support prevention services at a local school. The role focuses on crisis intervention, mental health assessment and short-term stabilization for children.

You will provide behavioral coaching, psycho-education, and outreach, working with schools, human service agencies, and families. This is a full-time, 11-month position with schedule August to June.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of prevention, treatment in substance addiction and mental health.
• Motivational interviewing, crisis supports, case management.
• Ability to coordinate programs and provide outreach to agencies and schools.
• Experience in school settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and short-term stabilization for children at a local school.
• Deliver behavioral coaching, psycho-education and skill-building.
• Engage with schools, human service agencies and families to prevent substance abuse and promote resiliency.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical practice at all times.

Skills

Mental health experience

Motivational interviewing

Crisis supports

Case management

Therapeutic techniques

Child and family counseling

Outreach modalities

Group facilitation

Clinical assessment

Risk assessment

Assessment consultation

Program coordination

Public speaking

Report writing

PC literacy

Education

Master’s degree in mental health field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Region Ten CSB in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Student Assistance Specialist to support prevention services at a local school. The role focuses on crisis intervention, mental health assessment and short-term stabilization for children.

You will provide behavioral coaching, psycho-education, and outreach, working with schools, human service agencies, and families. This is a full-time, 11-month position with schedule August to June.