What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Support Specialist-Duneland/Valpo Schools position at Porter-Starke Services?
*This role will be split between Chesterton and Valparaiso schools.*
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides interventions, referrals, and resources to elementary, middle, or high school-aged children and their families. Works closely with teachers and school administrators serving as a resource and providing assistance with behavioral issues, providing case management assessments, and accessing community resources for families in need.
BENEFITS:
- 401k w/ 20% company matching
- 11 paid holidays
- Tuition assistance up to $5250/year
- Loan assistance up to $200/month
- Competitive wages
- Generous PTO
- Employee discount at the local YMCA
- HSA/FSA accounts
- Medical, dental, and visition insurance
- Employee referral program
- Casual Fridays
- Company paid life insurance policy
- Company paid long term disability
- Optional insurances (short term disability)
- Employee recognition events
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free yearly health screenings
JOB DUTIES:
- Provides interventions to students experiencing challenges that interrupt their ability to learn while in school, including case management, skills training, and crisis interventions when appropriate.
- Provides resources and referrals to families in need.
- Provides consultation to school personnel re: challenging situations and issues.
- Conducts case management assessments and facilitates access to treatment, as needed.
- Provides documentation of interventions per department standards.
- Participates in regular peer consultation to discuss cases, reflect on care provided, and offer suggestions to other school-based clinicians.
- Demonstrates a positive and respectful attitude towards school personnel and students.
- Attends staffing, clinical supervision, in-services, and staff meetings.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrate knowledge in individual, group, family, and classroom dynamics.
- Developmental theory, clinical symptoms, and interventions relevant in the school setting.
- Acessing and coordinating appropriate referrals, services, and entitlements for students.
- Knowledge of current policies and procedures of the agency, school system, and professional standards.
- Trauma-Informed Care.
- Must know screening and assessment for risk of hard to self and others.
- Knowledge of signs and symtoms of psychiatric disorders.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
- Assessing child and adolescent behavior, providing crisis intervention as needed.
- Establishing rapport with students, their families, and school personnel.
- Individual and group interventions.
- Providing relevant information to school personnel to assist them in managing challenging situations and students.
- Time management and productive work habits.
- Documenting interventions.
- Advocating for client's needs
- Group facilitation.
- Typing and basic computer usage.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related Human Services field is required.
- Valid Indiana Driver's License, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Related experience equal to or greater than 6 months.
- Experience in crisis intervention and working with children is preferred.
Learn more about Porter-Starke Services, Inc. and other job opportunities by visiting our website: https://www.porterstarke.org
Salary : $5,250
