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

Aware•Helena, MT

10d

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 with parents, teachers, school personnel, and the treatment team to support individualized plans and the child’s success across school and home environments. The position also helps youth develop coping, social and recreational, independent living, mediation and conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills. AWARE describes its workplace as compassionate, supportive, and inclusive, with a focus on care and professional growth.

Requirements

High school diploma or HSE is required.
Past employment experience is required.
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 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 school and at home.
Assist youth in developing coping, social and recreational, independent living, mediation and conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.