Job Description:

Job Title: School Based Support Specialist
Location: Placement with schools in areas such as: Independence / Lee's Summit / Blue Springs / Grain Valley / Fort Osage (school locations are subject to availability)

Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and dedicated human services professional looking to make a positive impact in the lives of students? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team at Burrell/Comprehensive as a School Based Support Specialist!

As a School Based Support Specialist, you'll work in area schools to provide support and activities through an organized treatment plan designed to ease an individual's immediate and continued adjustment to school and community living. Our ideal candidate is passionate about mental health, has experience in human services, and strong communication and collaboration skills.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Sign-On Bonus $1,000Annual bonuses - up to $12,000 in annual bonusesEmployee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday payMileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travelTop-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happinessYear-round employment options

Key Responsibilities:

Provide on-site intervention in area schools for clients enrolled in the programCollaborate closely with school staff to ensure appropriate client careParticipate in monitoring client progress in treatment programsDevelop specific individual treatment/rehabilitation plansProvide individual assistance to clients in accessing mental health services and developing daily living skillsAssist clients in accessing and utilizing community agencies and resources for ongoing support and activities

Education (or experience as outlined below) requirements:

Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study

Psychology
Social Work
Sociology
Education
Criminal Justice
Family Studies
Counseling
Recreational Therapy
Human Services
Human Development & Family Studies
Child Development
Gerontology
Behavioral Science
Rehabilitation Counseling

OR....

Work experience in a related human services field may substitute for educational requirements. *Related fields may include direct support such as case management, residential support, developmentally disabled support, vocational rehabilitation, and more.

Additional Qualifications:

Proactive and client-focused approach to breaking mental health stigmaPassion for making a positive difference in the lives of othersReliable vehicle and favorable driving record

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.