School Based Support Specialist (MSD of Martinsville)

Brightli•Indianapolis, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a School-Based Support Specialist, you’ll deliver intensive outpatient case management and therapeutic support to youth in a school setting, helping them achieve success at school, at home, and in their community. You’ll provide individualized interventions, coordinate care with schools and community partners, and promote recovery, resilience, and academic achievement. Our ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, and committed to helping young people build strong emotional and social foundations. Join us in empowering students, strengthening families, and supporting communities through innovative behavioral health care.

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related human services field; OR
Bachelor’s degree in any field with two years of relevant behavioral health experience; OR
Any four-year combination of higher education and qualifying behavioral health experience; OR
Associate’s degree in Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support; OR
Four years of full-time qualifying behavioral health experience.
Qualifying experience includes providing one-on-one or group services focused on recovery and resilience, teaching coping skills, supporting academic or community functioning, and implementing treatment plans.
For positions based in or serving clients in Indiana, candidates must meet the definition of a Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) as defined by Indiana Administrative Code, which may include:
Mental Health Professional (MHP), such as:
Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (e.g., counseling, psychology, education); OR
Bachelor’s degree in any field with two years of supervised mental health experience; OR
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) under the Illinois Nurse Practice Act; OR
Certificate in psychiatric rehabilitation plus two years of mental health experience; OR
Certified Recovery Support Specialist or Family Partnership Professional (IAODAPCA); OR
Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with one year of behavioral health experience; OR
High school diploma or GED with five years of supervised behavioral health experience and relevant training.
Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint screening.
Completion of New Hire Orientation at the start of employment.
Fulfillment of all initial and annual training requirements (including Relias modules).
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of behavioral health, case management, and recovery-based interventions.
Understanding of challenges faced by youth with behavioral health conditions.
Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Ability to de-escalate crises and maintain professional boundaries.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and Microsoft Office applications.
Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

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, families, community partners, and other service providers.
Manage an assigned caseload, ensuring timely, person-centered documentation and service delivery.
Deliver crisis intervention and follow-up support, including outreach for missed appointments.
Conduct home and community visits to promote engagement and continuity of care.
Participate in data collection, quality improvement, and compliance activities.
Engage in staff development, supervision, and professional growth opportunities.
Collaborate with team members to adapt services to evolving student and program needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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
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
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness