School Based Support Specialist-SELF School Job Summary:

Porter-Starke Services is seeking a School-Based Support Specialist for our SELF School to provide interventions, referrals, and resources to elementary, middle, or high school-aged children and their families. As a School-Based Support Specialist, you will work closely with teachers and school administrators, serving as a resource and providing assistance with behavioral health issues, providing case management assessments, and accessing community resources for families in need.

Responsibilities:

Provides interventions to students experiencing challenges that interrupt their ability to learn while in school, including case management, skills training, and crisis interventions when appropriate. Provides resources and referrals to families in need. Provides consultation to school personnel re: challenging situations and issues. Conducts case management assessments and facilitates access to treatment, as needed. Provides documentation of interventions per departmental standards. Initiates, monitors, and updates client's treatment plans per department standards. Participates in regular peer consultation to discuss cases, reflect on care provided, and offer suggestions to other school-based clinicians. Demonstrates a positive and respectful attitude towards school personnel and students. Attends staffing, clinical supervision, in-services, and staff meetings. Typing and basic computer usage. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related human services field is required. Valid Driver's License and automobile insurance. Related experience equal to or greater than 6 months. Experience in crisis intervention and working with children is preferred.

Benefits:

401K w/ 20% company matching 11 paid holidays Competitive wages Generous PTO Employee discounts (YMCA) Employee referral program HSA/FSA accounts Medical, dental, and vision insurance Tuition assistance up to $5250/year Loan repayments $200/month Casual Fridays Company paid life insurance policy Company paid long term disability Optional insurances (short term disability) Employee recognition events Employee Assistance Program Free health screenings How to

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