School Based Support Specialist

Centerstone•Alton, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team! JOB DESCRIPTION: Job Summary: Are you passionate about supporting youth and promoting mental wellness in schools? Join us as a School-Based Support Specialist in Alton, IL! This vital role helps students succeed by providing in-school mental health support, empowering them to thrive both academically and emotionally. As a School-Based Support Specialist, you will deliver individualized services based on comprehensive treatment plans, helping students develop the skills they need to manage challenges, access resources, and build resilience. You’ll play an essential role in connecting mental health care with the educational experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related human services field OR Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and two years of related experience OR Four-year combination of higher education and two years of related experience OR Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health Support OR Four years of qualifying experience in mental health, substance use, or developmental disability services
Providing individual or group rehabilitation/recovery services
Teaching coping and self-management skills
Supporting clients in community, family, or school integration
Assisting in the execution of treatment plan goals
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
Knowledge of mental health/substance use interventions and community resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain professional boundaries, multitask, and work independently
Comfortable building rapport with students, families, and school personnel
Able to adapt to changing needs and priorities in a school-based setting

Responsibilities

Deliver mental health services to students on school premises
Support treatment goals using evidence-based strategies and a strengths-based approach
Help students build skills that promote recovery, resilience, and academic success
Manage a student caseload and provide care coordination with other service providers
Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and participate in client staffings
Provide crisis response and follow-up support, including outreach for missed appointments
Collaborate with school personnel, families, and other stakeholders
Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with agency, state, and clinical guidelines
Participate in staff development, quality improvement, and program evaluation
Conduct home visits and outreach during school breaks or as needed

Benefits

29 Days of PTO
Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment eligibility requirements
Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Competitive 403(b) 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)
Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
403b retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and ten paid holidays
AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
Employee Resource Groups
Continuing education opportunities
Employee Assistance Program