School Based Support 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

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate School Based Support Specialist to join our team at Porter-Starke Knox. As a School Based Support Specialist, you will work closely with elementary, middle, or high school-aged children and their families to provide interventions, referrals, and resources to support their overall well-being.

Position Summary

As a School Based Support Specialist, you will provide case management assessments, skills training, and crisis interventions as needed. You will also provide resources and referrals to families in need and consult with school personnel on challenging situations and issues. Your expertise will help students and their families navigate complex mental health and substance abuse issues, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive.

Benefits

• 401k w/ 20% company matching
• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance up to $5250/year
• Loan assistance up to $200/month
• Competitive wages
• Generous PTO
• Employee discount at the local YMCA
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee referral program
• Casual Fridays
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Company paid long term disability
• Optional insurances (short term disability)
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free yearly health screenings

Job Duties

• 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

Core Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge in individual, group, family, and classroom dynamics
• Developmental theory, clinical symptoms, and interventions relevant in the school setting
• Accessing and coordinating appropriate referrals, services, and entitlements for students
• Knowledge of current policies and procedures of the agency, school system, and professional standards
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Must know screening and assessment for risk of harm to self and others
• Knowledge of signs and symptoms of psychiatric disorders
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Assessing child and adolescent behavior, providing crisis intervention as needed
• Establishing rapport with students, their families, and school personnel
• Individual and group interventions
• Providing relevant information to school personnel to assist them in managing challenging situations and students
• Time management and productive work habits
• Documenting interventions
• Advocating for client's needs
• Group facilitation
• Typing and basic computer usage

Education & Experience

• 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