School-Based Treatment & Support Specialist

AWARE Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

FSA

HSA

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Advancement

Professional Development

Job summary

AWARE Inc. in Great Falls, MT is seeking a Treatment Service Specialist to provide direct services to children with special needs in school settings and to collaborate with families, teachers, and school personnel on individualized plans.

The role emphasizes a wrap-around approach, communication of observations to the treatment team, and a commitment to helping youth develop coping and living skills. A BS/BA in Human Services is preferred, with an emphasis on using appropriate technology,

Qualifications

• A BS/BA Degree in a Human Services Related Field is preferred; an equivalency can be used based on documented work history, education, and volunteer experience.
• Requires computer literacy skills, including the ability to navigate, record, and overall basic computer skills needed for performance-based software as well as an electronic medical records system.
• The Specialist must have the interpersonal oral and written communications skills to work as a team member, to make observations and to report them accurately, to learn resident care methods, and to follow oral and written instructions.
• High School Diploma or HSE is required, along with past employment experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to children with special needs in the school setting.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and school personnel to develop and implement individualized plans.
• Communicate behavioral and emotional observations to the treatment team and participate in team building meetings and activities.
• Utilize a wrap-around approach to ensure the child's success in both the school and home setting.
• Assist youth in developing coping skills, social/recreational skills, independent living skills, mediation and conflict resolution skills, and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS/BA in Human Services

High School Diploma or HSE

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

AWARE Inc. in Great Falls, MT is seeking a Treatment Service Specialist to provide direct services to children with special needs in school settings and to collaborate with families, teachers, and school personnel on individualized plans.

The role emphasizes a wrap-around approach, communication of observations to the treatment team, and a commitment to helping youth develop coping and living skills. A BS/BA in Human Services is preferred, with an emphasis on using appropriate technology,