Senior School Behavioral Health Specialist

Hawaii Public Schools; Hawaii; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii Public Schools Windward District seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist IV-VI to provide counseling and support services across schools. The role emphasizes assessment, intervention planning, and collaboration with educators and families to improve student outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, plus relevant professional experience and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, marriage/family therapy, psychology or social work.
• Progressively responsible experience in counseling/therapy for individuals/families at a relevant level.
• Driver’s license required.
• Desirable: National Certified Counselor credential from NBCC.
• Must meet education/experience requirements by application date.
• Temporary Assignment considerations and related documentation may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess behavior using professional protocols by interviewing individuals, families, and school staff.
• Develop individualized behavior intervention/management plans with techniques and crisis interventions.
• Collaborate with school personnel and other professionals on plan development and implementation.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to improve behavior, attention, communication, and coping.
• Conduct family sessions to improve functioning and home structure.
• Advise on techniques and strategies to achieve plan goals.
• Coordinate service integration across settings to support the individual.
• Prepare and maintain case records and reports with confidentiality in mind.

Skills

Counseling

Behavior assessment

Interviews

Family collaboration

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in counseling/psychology/social work

Tools

Counseling techniques

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Case management

Job description

Hawaii Public Schools Windward District seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist IV-VI to provide counseling and support services across schools. The role emphasizes assessment, intervention planning, and collaboration with educators and families to improve student outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, plus relevant professional experience and a valid driver’s license.