Community Support Specialist School-Based

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,500.
* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Step into a meaningful role supporting students and families by bringing behavioral health services directly into school communities. As a School-Based Community Support Specialist, you’ll partner with educators, families, and students to promote resilience, access resources, and improve mental health outcomes right where they’re needed most.

Job Description

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,500.
* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Step into a meaningful role supporting students and families by bringing behavioral health services directly into school communities. As a School-Based Community Support Specialist, you’ll partner with educators, families, and students to promote resilience, access resources, and improve mental health outcomes right where they’re needed most.

• Believes in early intervention and the power of supportive school environments
• Is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families in a collaborative setting
• Values a holistic, strengths-based approach to behavioral health and student success

• Acting as a liaison between the school, families, and behavioral health services
• Supporting students with individualized, goal-oriented behavioral health services
• Providing education, coaching, and skill-building to students, families, and school staff
• Collaborating with school teams and other professionals to advocate for student needs
• Assisting families in navigating and accessing resources in the community
• Completing wellness plans, documentation, and assessments in accordance with agency standards
  
  Helping students and families build natural support systems and long-term resilience
• Driving to school and community locations to provide services as needed

• High School/GED required
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in a human service related field preferred

Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options

• Qualified addiction professional;
• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S.

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• Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
• Four years of qualifying experience; or
• Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.
• Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness,

substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.

• A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

• Are energized by working in schools and supporting youth through a trauma-informed lens
• Are confident navigating both education and behavioral health systems
• Value collaboration and advocacy as tools for improving student outcomes
• Can communicate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Are passionate about creating safe, supportive environments where students can thrive
• Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

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