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School-Based Support Specialist (Franklin Township Intermediate)

Indianapolis, IN · Mid · Full-time

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About the role

  • This role provides direct, individualized interventions aligned with treatment plans, coordinates care with internal and external providers, and promotes recovery, resilience, and academic achievement.
  • Provide behavioral health interventions aligned with individualized treatment goals in school-based settings.
  • Provide crisis intervention and follow-up, including outreach for missed appointments.

Responsibilities

  • The School Based Support Specialist delivers intensive outpatient case management to youth in a school setting, supporting their success in school, home, and community.
  • Manage an assigned caseload, ensure documentation is timely, and services are effective and person-centered.
  • Conduct home visits and outreach as needed to support youth and family engagement.
  • Support students' development of coping strategies, social-emotional functioning, and daily life skills.

Requirements

  • Four years of full-time qualifying experience in the field.
  • Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or related human services field, OR
  • Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field with two years of related behavioral health experience; OR
  • Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of qualifying experience; OR
  • Associate's degree in applied science in behavioral health support; OR
  • Qualifying experience includes providing one-on-one or group services with a focus on recovery/resiliency; teaching coping skills; supporting school, community, or employment functioning; and implementing treatment plan objectives.
  • For positions based in or serving clients in Illinois, additional qualifications per IL Administrative Code apply.
  • Team members must meet the definition of a
  • A Certified Alcohol and other Drug Counselor (CADC)
  • Bachelor's degree in a qualifying human services field (e.g., counseling, social work, psychology, education); OR
  • Bachelor's degree in any field with two years of supervised clinical experience in a mental health setting; OR

Skills

  • Knowledge of case management, rehabilitation methods, and treatment planning in mental health and/or substance use.
  • Familiarity with ethical, legal, and procedural standards in behavioral health.
  • Effective communication skills, including written documentation and verbal de-escalation.
  • Skilled in prioritizing tasks, managing time, and coordinating services across agencies.
  • Proficiency with electronic health records and common office software.
  • Initiative-taking with a commitment to high-quality, client-centered care.
  • Capacity to work independently while remaining accountable to supervision and agency standards.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Compensation

  • All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.

Benefits

  • Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
  • full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
  • Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
  • As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce.
  • Adult & Child Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Company info

  • 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.
  • Services are primarily delivered on school premises during school hours, with additional support provided in homes and the community as needed.

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