School-Based Youth Mental Health Specialist

Burrell Behavioral Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Benefits package

Training program

Career mobility

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health seeks a School Based Support Specialist II in Springfield, MO to coordinate mental health services within school hours and support youth in transitioning to community living. You’ll work with educational staff to implement treatment plans and promote student success.

The role emphasizes behavioral science applications, direct school-based service delivery, and collaboration with Brightli guidelines to ensure ethical and effective care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or human services field.
• Bachelor’s degree in unrelated field with 2 years related work experience.
• Any four-year combination of higher education and two years related experience.
• AAS in Behavioral Health Support.
• Four years of qualifying mental health/substance use/developmental disability experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply behavioral science principles to support youth in home and community environments.
• Provide school-based services on school premises during hours.
• Align educational approach with treatment goals and recovery.
• Engage in activities to meet diverse student needs.
• Manage caseload; coordinate with supervisors and staffing.
• Provide emergency services during emotional crises and follow-up.
• Support data collection, program evaluation, and grant applications.
• Conduct outreach and home visits as needed during school breaks.

Skills

Behavioral science

Case management

Education

Bachelor’s in Psychology/Social Work/Human Services

Bachelor’s in unrelated field + 2 years experience

4-year combo of education + experience

AAS in Behavioral Health Support

4 years related mental health experience

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health seeks a School Based Support Specialist II in Springfield, MO to coordinate mental health services within school hours and support youth in transitioning to community living. You’ll work with educational staff to implement treatment plans and promote student success.

The role emphasizes behavioral science applications, direct school-based service delivery, and collaboration with Brightli guidelines to ensure ethical and effective care.