Treatment Service Specialist - School-Based Services (Stevensville, MT)

Aware Inc.•Missoula, MT

8d•$21 - $26

About The Position

AWARE is seeking a Treatment Service Specialist to provide direct support to children with special needs in a school setting. The role works collaboratively with parents, teachers, school personnel, and the treatment team to develop and implement individualized plans, share behavioral and emotional observations, and support children across school and home settings using a wrap-around approach. The Specialist helps youth build coping, social and recreational, independent living, mediation and conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills. The position is based in Stevensville, Montana, and is full-time, with a starting pay range of $21.00 to $26.08 per hour. AWARE describes its workplace as supportive and inclusive and offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Requirements

High school diploma or HSE and past employment experience.
Computer literacy, including the ability to navigate and record information using performance-based software and an electronic medical records system.
Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to work as a team member, make and accurately report observations, learn resident care methods, and follow oral and written instructions.
Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Montana Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record.
Must pass an acceptable criminal and protective services background check.

Nice To Haves

A BS/BA degree in a human-services-related field is preferred; equivalency may be considered based on documented work history, education, and volunteer experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct services to children with special needs in the school setting.
Collaborate with parents, teachers, and school personnel to develop and implement individualized plans.
Communicate behavioral and emotional observations to the treatment team and participate in team-building meetings and activities.
Use a wrap-around approach to support the child's success in both school and home settings.
Assist youth in developing coping skills, social and recreational skills, independent living skills, mediation and conflict-resolution skills, and problem-solving skills.