Job Description:

Job Title: School Based Support Specialist

Location: Independence, MO

Department: School Based Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a School Based Support Specialist, where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth in our community. This role offers the opportunity to utilize your advanced knowledge of psychological concepts to support individuals in their adjustment to community living. You will engage with students during school hours, providing essential mental health services and fostering resilience. We are looking for someone who is dedicated, empathetic, and skilled in behavioral science principles to help our clients thrive.

In this position, you will implement organized treatment plans, coordinate with other service providers, and engage in activities that promote recovery and improved functioning. Your expertise will be vital in establishing goals and objectives for treatment, ensuring that each client receives the support they need to succeed.

This position offers…

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

Key Responsibilities:

Utilize specialized knowledge of behavioral science principles to support youth in becoming more successful in their home and community environments.Engage in a supportive educational approach to promote improved functioning and meet treatment goals while encouraging recovery and increased resiliency.Establish and manage a caseload, coordinating with supervisory staff to identify problems and establish treatment goals.Participate in emergency services to provide rapid aid in cases of emotional crisis.Provide and coordinate comprehensive follow-up for all clients, including outreach and engagement as needed.Adhere to Burrell Behavioral Health Operational Guidelines and professional ethics while participating in staff development activities.Contribute to data collection, program evaluation, and maintenance of various contracts for services.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other related human service specialized fields of study.

Additional Qualifications:

Must have or obtain within two (2) weeks of employment a valid Driver’s License.Must have use of personal auto for occasional transport of clients and auto liability insurance including uninsured motorist coverage.Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to communicate effectively with residents, employees, family members, and community contacts.Ability to apply logic and understanding to carry out instructions and solve problems.Must be able to establish effective relationships with clients and the needed network of care via telephone and personal contacts.



Position Perks & Benefits:

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.





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 user 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 prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.