School Based Support Specialist (Springfield)

Brightli•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a compassionate, collaborative team making a measurable difference in youth mental health—deliver school based interventions, connect students to community supports, and help shape recovery and resilience. You’ll work with an experienced multidisciplinary team, receive growth opportunities and benefits, and play a direct role in improving outcomes for young people and families. We’re looking for a proactive, client-focused professional with strong communication, advocacy, and community resource navigation skills. Provide on-site mental health support and case coordination in area schools, collaborate closely with school staff and families, develop individualized care plans, monitor client progress, and link youth to social, vocational, educational, and recreational resources to support their wellbeing.

Requirements

Several qualifying pathways: education, certification, or related experience (see options below).
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Education, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, Counseling, Recreational Therapy, Human Services, Human Development, Child Development, Gerontology, Behavioral Science, or Rehabilitation Counseling
OR work experience in a related human services field may substitute for educational requirements; related fields include case management, residential support, developmental disability support, vocational rehabilitation, and more.
Four years of qualifying experience minimum, or a combination of education and experience equaling four years, is required.
Valid Driver’s License, current auto insurance, and a favorable recent driving record.
A proactive, client-focused approach and a commitment to reducing stigma around mental health.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills; ability to engage youth and families effectively.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site intervention and direct support to youth enrolled in the school-based program, delivering evidence-informed strategies that promote safety, stabilization, and skill-building.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that reflect each student’s strengths, needs, and goals; update plans based on progress and team input.
Collaborate with school personnel, families, and community partners to coordinate care, share progress, and align supports across settings.
Monitor and document client progress, outcomes, and service needs to inform treatment adjustments and service planning.
Advocate for clients to ensure access to mental health services, community resources, educational supports, and other needed services.
Connect students with community agencies and resources to support social, vocational, educational, and recreational engagement.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more
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.