School-Based Support Specialist; Columbia, MO​/Boone

Position: School-Based Support Specialist (Columbia, MO / Boone County)
Location: Township of Columbia

Job Description:

School-Based Support Specialist

Location:

Columbia, MO / Boone County Department:
Burrell Behavioral Health

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Shift: Monday - Friday

Job Summary:

The School Based Support Specialist delivers intensive outpatient case management to youth in a school setting, supporting their success in school, home, and community. This role provides direct, individualized interventions aligned with treatment plans, coordinates care with internal and external providers, and promotes recovery, resilience, and academic achievement. Services are primarily delivered on school premises during school hours, with additional support provided in homes and the community as needed.

Position Perks & Benefits:29 Days of PTOEligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (subject to requirements)
Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance & more Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match

Company-paid basic life insurance

Emergency Medical Leave Program Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent care Health & Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)

Essential Job Functions:

Provide behavioral health interventions aligned with individualized treatment goals in school-based settings.

Support students’ development of coping strategies, social-emotional functioning, and daily life skills.

Participate in care coordination with schools, community partners, families, and other service providers.

Manage an assigned caseload, ensure documentation is timely, and services are effective and person-centered.

Provide crisis intervention and follow-up, including outreach for missed appointments.

Conduct home visits and outreach as needed to support youth and family engagement.

Assist with quality assurance activities, data collection, and compliance with agency protocols and contractual requirements.

Actively participate in staff development, supervision, and professional evaluation activities.

Adapting to evolving student needs and supporting program goals with flexibility and collaboration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of case management, rehabilitation methods, and treatment planning in mental health and/or substance use.

Understanding of challenges faced by individuals with behavioral health conditions and knowledge of community-based support.

Familiarity with ethical, legal, and procedural standards in behavioral health.

Ability to build effective relationships with youth, families, schools, and providers.

Effective communication skills, including written documentation and verbal de-escalation.

Skilled in prioritizing tasks, managing time, and coordinating services across agencies.

Proficiency with electronic health records and common office software.

Initiative-taking with a commitment to high-quality, client-centered care.

Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations and maintain professional boundaries.

Capacity to work independently while remaining accountable to supervision and agency standards.

Experience and Education

Qualifications:

Must meet one of the following:

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or related human services field, OR Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with two years of related behavioral health experience; ORAny four-year combination of higher education and two years of qualifying experience; OR Associate’s degree in applied science in behavioral health support; ORFour years of full-time qualifying experience in the field.
** Qualifying experience includes providing one-on-one or group services with a focus on recovery/resiliency; teaching coping skills; supporting school, community, or employment…