School Based Behavioral Health Specialist- Marion County

OhioGuidestone•Columbus, OH

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About The Position

OhioGuidestone is hiring a School Based Behavioral Health Specialist to provide case management services to children and families with mental health and substance use diagnoses. Services may be delivered through telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings. The role works under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor/Manager and coordinates with clients, families, caregivers, treatment teams, schools, referral sources, outpatient behavioral health providers, and community agencies. The specialist monitors client symptoms and treatment response, supports the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, coordinates appointments and community resources, advocates for clients, and provides crisis intervention consultation as needed. The role also includes accurate and confidential documentation, administrative work, participation in meetings and trainings, and weekly supervision. Therapeutic Behavioral Service activities include consultation with licensed practitioners or eligible providers; referral and linkage to healthcare, behavioral healthcare, and non-healthcare services; evidence-based interventions; identifying strategies and treatment options; restoring social skills and daily functioning; and crisis prevention and amelioration. The role may require travel to work locations, offices, and homes, including access involving stairs. OhioGuidestone offers a career development path, flexible scheduling, training, and other benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in basic behavioral health skills.
Understanding of human behavior, mental illness, psychiatric symptoms, and their effects on functioning and behavior.
Understanding of therapeutic engagement, recovery and resiliency concepts, the mental health system, and de-escalation techniques.
Understanding of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emotional and mental dysfunctions.
Understanding of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups.
Ability to exercise discretion and sound professional judgment.
Ability to work days, evenings, and/or weekends as needed to meet client needs.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and ability to work independently.
Ability to maintain relevant and timely documentation.
Computer literacy, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records.
Ability to access work locations, offices, and homes, potentially including ascending and descending stairs.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License, safe driving record, and valid insurance.
Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing, background checks, and any other required assessments such as a physical examination and TB test.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience or course of study in behavioral healthcare is helpful.

Responsibilities

Monitor client symptoms and responses to treatment, and communicate changes to the treatment team to support timely interventions.
Build and maintain service relationships with clients, families, and caregivers, providing support as appropriate.
Coordinate community resources, including schools, referral sources, and outpatient behavioral health providers, to ensure continuity of care; advocate for clients as needed.
Provide crisis intervention consultation and assistance with crisis management and stabilization during emergencies.
Facilitate appointments to support clients’ physical well-being and basic, mental health, and substance use needs.
Review diagnostic evaluations and other assessments to support development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.
Attend and participate in agency, team, and clinical meetings, mandatory trainings, and treatment coordination.
Complete administrative responsibilities, maintain client records and reports, respond to communications, coordinate required paperwork and contract compliance, and consult with agencies and support services as necessary.
Document client and family interactions accurately and promptly while maintaining confidentiality and following agency guidelines.
Meet with the supervisor for weekly supervision.
Maintain frequent contact with assigned OhioGuidestone professionals, parents, and outside agency professionals involved in cases.
Provide therapeutic behavioral services, including consultation, referrals and linkages, evidence-based interventions, identification of treatment options, support for social skills and daily functioning, and crisis prevention and amelioration.
Demonstrate OhioGuidestone’s values, ethics, and guiding principles; promote a team-based environment and culture of belonging.
Represent the agency positively and demonstrate flexibility and willingness to take on new responsibilities.

Benefits

Clear career ladder and development path in various roles.
Opportunity to earn a monthly bonus in select clinical, therapist, and Behavioral Health Specialist roles.
Competitive medical benefits, including a low-premium medical plan option for an employee or employee plus children.
Free CEU trainings.
10 paid holidays, some exchangeable.
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance.
Flexible work opportunities supporting varying career paths, roles, intern-to-hire opportunities, and locations.
401(k) with employer match option.
Employment Assistance Program (EAP).
Mileage reimbursement.
Free licensure supervision.
Recognition and rewards.
Fingerprint background screening, physical examination, TB test, and drug screen are covered after an employment offer is made.