Student Support & Case Management Specialist

Communities In Schools of Eastern PA; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

Comprehensive benefits

401k employer match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Communities In Schools of Eastern PA is seeking a Student Support Specialist to coordinate and deliver services at a designated school site. This 10-month position includes summers off and offers a strong benefits package and growth opportunities.

The role requires case management, counseling support, and collaboration with school staff, families, and community providers to improve attendance and academics. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology or related field.
• 1-3 years relevant experience in public education or community-based organization.
• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of representatives from public/private service organizations, schools, and local government.
• Experience in case management and youth counseling.
• Leadership for on-site coordination of service providers, volunteers, parents, students, and school staff.
• Knowledge of local human service network and teen behavior modification interventions.
• Ability to manage details and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform case management: individual/group, assessments, referrals, home visits, follow-ups; document in CISDM daily.
• Supervise students in teacher-led activities and assist classroom management when requested.
• Provide feedback to school-based team on student progress, behavior, and incidents.
• Record all professional contacts with students and families in writing in CISDM.
• Coordinate with school staff and families to support student attendance and performance.
• Intervene in crises and communicate with the school district as needed.

Skills

Case management

Counseling

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Bilingual in Spanish

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Tools

CISDM

Job description

Communities In Schools of Eastern PA is seeking a Student Support Specialist to coordinate and deliver services at a designated school site. This 10-month position includes summers off and offers a strong benefits package and growth opportunities.

The role requires case management, counseling support, and collaboration with school staff, families, and community providers to improve attendance and academics. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.