School-Based Support & Crisis Intervention Specialist

Porter-Starke Services, Inc.; Knox (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

11 paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

Competitive wages

Generous PTO

YMCA discount

HSA/FSA accounts

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee referral program

Casual Fridays

Company paid life insurance

Company paid long term disability

Short term disability

Employee recognition events

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free yearly health screenings

Job summary

Porter-Starke Knox seeks a School Based Support Specialist to work with students and families, providing case management, skills training, and crisis interventions within the school setting. The role includes connecting families with resources and consulting with school staff to navigate mental health and related challenges.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related Human Services field and be prepared to coordinate services, document

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 their ability to learn while in school.
• 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, reflect on care provided, and offer suggestions to other school-based clinicians.
• Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude towards school personnel and students.
• Attend staffing, clinical supervision, in-services, and staff meetings.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Collaboration with school personnel

Time management

Documentation

Advocacy

Education

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

Job description

Porter-Starke Knox seeks a School Based Support Specialist to work with students and families, providing case management, skills training, and crisis interventions within the school setting. The role includes connecting families with resources and consulting with school staff to navigate mental health and related challenges.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related Human Services field and be prepared to coordinate services, document