School-Based Support Specialist (Columbia)

Burrell Behavioral Health•Columbia, MO

43d•Onsite

About The Position

As a School-Based Support Specialist, you will provide intensive outpatient case management and individualized behavioral health interventions to youth within school settings. Your work will promote recovery, resilience, and academic achievement by coordinating care with families, schools, and community partners. Services are primarily delivered on school premises during school hours, with additional support provided in homes and the community as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related human services field
Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field with two years of related behavioral health experience
Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of qualifying experience
Associate's degree in applied science in behavioral health support
Four years of full-time qualifying experience in the field
Qualifying experience includes providing one-on-one or group services focused on recovery/resiliency, teaching coping skills, supporting school/community/employment functioning, and implementing treatment plan objectives.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Current auto insurance
Successful completion of background checks (criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, fingerprint)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of case management, rehabilitation methods, and treatment planning in behavioral health
Understanding of challenges faced by individuals with behavioral health conditions
Familiarity with ethical, legal, and procedural standards in behavioral health
Strong relationship-building skills with youth, families, schools, and providers
Effective communication skills, including documentation and verbal de-escalation
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and coordinate services across agencies
Proficiency with electronic health records and office software
Self-motivated 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

Responsibilities

Deliver behavioral health interventions aligned with individualized treatment goals in school-based settings
Support students in developing coping strategies, social-emotional skills, and daily life functioning
Coordinate care with schools, families, community partners, and other service providers
Manage a caseload, ensuring timely documentation and person-centered service delivery
Provide crisis intervention and follow-up, including outreach for missed appointments
Conduct home visits and community outreach to support youth and family engagement
Participate in quality assurance, data collection, and compliance activities
Engage in ongoing professional development, supervision, and performance evaluations
Adapt to evolving student needs and contribute to program goals with flexibility and collaboration

Benefits

29 Days of PTO
Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (eligibility requirements apply)
Comprehensive employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
Company-paid basic life insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent child-care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.