Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist, School Based

Ravenwood Health; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Generous Time Off (3 weeks vacation, 8

56 hours sick time

8 paid holidays

4 wellness days

Health, life, dental, vision insurance

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) with 4% company match

Disability insurance

Clinical supervision

Job summary

Ravenwood Health is seeking a School Based Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist in the Ashtabula area. You will deliver wraparound supports for K-5th students, bridging school and home, and engaging families to reinforce skills.

The role emphasizes ongoing supervision, collaboration with teachers, and developing tailored interventions to support students’ coping and social-emotional growth within a compassionate, community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, nursing, or related human services is required.
• In lieu of degree, a high school diploma with a minimum of three years of relevant experience will be considered.
• Must pass background check and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide education on diagnosis-related symptoms.
• Develop interventions to build interpersonal and community coping skills.
• Directly work with students at multiple levels.
• Bridge communication between family and school to support collaboration.
• Crisis prevention and planning for students and families.
• Assist school personnel to tailor approaches based on student needs.
• Provide information on community resources and supports.
• Refer to other healthcare and behavioral health services as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Family-school liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, nursing, or related human services

High school diploma with 3+ years relevant experience

Job description

Ravenwood Health is hiring a School Based Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist in the Ashtabula area.

At Ravenwood Health, we are looking for professionals who are READY to learn, grow, and serve with excellence; RELIABLE in their commitment to clients, colleagues, and quality care; and CONNECTED to our mission of building healthier communities through compassion, collaboration, and person-centered support. These qualities reflect the core values that guide our work and define our culture.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: We offer a salary package that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation, along with 56 hours sick time, 8 paid holidays, and 4 wellness days per year. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide ample time for rest and rejuvenation.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access comprehensive health, life, dental, and vision insurance coverage to safeguard your well-being and provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Financial Security: Take advantage of perks like mileage reimbursement, a flexible spending account, retirement with a 4% company match, and short- and long-term disability insurance. We prioritize your financial health and future stability.
• Supportive Environment: Receive clinical supervision and ongoing consultation to enhance your skills and support your professional growth. Our team is dedicated to providing the guidance and resources you need to succeed.

School Based Therapeutic Behavioral Supports (K-5th) provides a holistic wraparound system of care for the student and the family. School-based TBS specialists help students learn strategies to cope with stressors in the school setting. These therapeutic services provide an opportunity for students to practice and receive ongoing support to interact successfully with teachers and peers, and then transition these skills to their home. The TBS specialist helps bridge the gap between the school and home environment. Engaging the family in the therapeutic process allows for higher success in skill building that can be maintained.

School Based TBS Responsibilities

• Providing education on diagnosis-related symptoms
• Provides interventions which facilitate the client developing interpersonal and community coping skills, including adapting to home and/or school and work environments
• Directly working with the student at multiple levels
• Providing the link between family and school to assist in creating avenues for open communication and dialogue
• Crisis prevention and planning
• Assisting school personnel to develop specific approaches and interventions based on the unique student’s background and issues
• Providing information on community resources and supports
• Referral and linkage to other healthcare, behavioral healthcare, and non-health care services

School Based TBS Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, nursing, or in related human services; in lieu of degree a high school diploma with a minimum of three years of relevant experience will be considered
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must pass background check

About Ravenwood Health

Ravenwood Health is a private nonprofit and trauma informed agency. We strive to provide a safe and compassionate community and work environment that supports and respects the unique journey of each person's professional goals.

EEO Statement

Ravenwood Health is firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or genetic information throughout the employment process, from selection through termination. Ravenwood Health expects all employees, vendors, and associates to support the nondiscriminatory policies of Ravenwood Health.