School-Based Youth Support Specialist

Burrell Behavioral Health; Ozark (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP 24/7 Counseling

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Ozark, MO, seeks a School Based Support Specialist to facilitate transitions for students into community living. You will work with mental health and school staff, delivering targeted resources during school hours and supporting treatment plans to promote student success.

The role emphasizes crisis support, coordination with supervisors, and outreach to families, with a mission to improve outcomes for youth in school settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Two years of related work experience if degree is unrelated.
• Ability to deliver behavioral health services and coordinate care.

Responsibilities

• Apply behavioral science principles to support youth in home and community environments.
• Provide services during school hours directly on school premises.
• Coordinate emergency services for students in emotional crisis and follow up.
• Collaborate with Brightli guidelines and maintain ethical standards.
• Support data collection, program evaluation, and grant applications.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Collaboration

Education

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

Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with 2 years related experience

4-year combination of higher education and 2 years related experience

AAS in Behavioral Health Support

4 years qualifying experience delivering services to mental health/substance use people

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in Ozark, MO, seeks a School Based Support Specialist to facilitate transitions for students into community living. You will work with mental health and school staff, delivering targeted resources during school hours and supporting treatment plans to promote student success.

The role emphasizes crisis support, coordination with supervisors, and outreach to families, with a mission to improve outcomes for youth in school settings.