School Based Support Specialist

Centerstone; Staunton (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 29 days

Health, dental, vision

403(b) retirement plan with match

Mileage reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a School-Based Support Specialist to deliver mental health services in Quincy, IL, while supporting Staunton and surrounding areas. You will work within a school setting to connect care with education, implement treatment plans, and promote student resilience and success.

The role requires a relevant degree or equivalent experience, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.
• Unrelated bachelor’s degree with two years related experience accepted.
• Four-year combination of education and two years related experience acceptable.
• Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health Support required.
• Four years of qualifying experience in mental health, substance use, or related services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mental health services to students on school premises.
• Support treatment goals using evidence-based strategies and a strengths-based approach.
• Help students build skills that promote recovery, resilience, and academic success.
• Manage a student caseload and provide care coordination with other service providers.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and participate in client staffings.
• Provide crisis response and follow-up support, including outreach for missed appointments.
• Collaborate with school personnel, families, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with agency, state, and clinical guidelines.
• Participate in staff development, quality improvement, and program evaluation.
• Conduct home visits and outreach during school breaks or as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Professional boundaries

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related human services field

Bachelor’s degree in unrelated field + 2 years related experience

Four-year combination of higher education and two years related experience

Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health Support

Four years of qualifying experience in mental health, substance use, or developmental disability services

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary: Are you passionate about supporting youth and promoting mental wellness in schools? Join us as a School-Based Support Specialist in Quincy, IL! This vital role helps students succeed by providing in-school mental health support, empowering them to thrive both academically and emotionally. As a School-Based Support Specialist, you will deliver individualized services based on comprehensive treatment plans, helping students develop the skills they need to manage challenges, access resources, and build resilience. You’ll play an essential role in connecting mental health care with the educational experience. This role will support Staunton, IL and surrounding areas.

Position Perks & Benefits

29 Days of PTO Pay $20.00 - $23.00 Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more** Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees Company-paid basic life insurance Emergency Medical Leave Program Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care Health & Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discount Program Mileage Reimbursement (When applicable)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mental health services to students on school premises
• Support treatment goals using evidence-based strategies and a strengths-based approach
• Help students build skills that promote recovery, resilience, and academic success
• Manage a student caseload and provide care coordination with other service providers
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and participate in client staffings
• Provide crisis response and follow-up support, including outreach for missed appointments
• Collaborate with school personnel, families, and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with agency, state, and clinical guidelines
• Participate in staff development, quality improvement, and program evaluation
• Conduct home visits and outreach during school breaks or as needed

Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• One of the following is required: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related human services field
• One of the following is required: Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and two years of related experience
• One of the following is required: Four-year combination of higher education and two years of related experienceli>
• One of the following is required: Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health Support
• One of the following is required: Four years of qualifying experience in mental health, substance use, or developmental disability services*
• *Qualifying experience may include: Providing individual or group rehabilitation/recovery services
• Teaching coping and self-management skills
• Supporting clients in community, family, or school integration
• Assisting in the execution of treatment plan goals

Required License/Certification

• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of mental health/substance use interventions and community resources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, multitask, and work independently
• Comfortable building rapport with students, families, and school personnel
• Able to adapt to changing needs and priorities in a school-based setting

Illinois Applicant Notice

As part of our talent review process, we may use technology, including AI‑assisted tools, to help organize and review applicant information. These tools support our recruiting team; all hiring decisions involve human review and judgment. Centerstone is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Time Type: Full time Pay Range: $19.10--$26.80

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Company Culture & Values

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect. At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture. Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital. Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs. Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities. Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.