Behavioral Health Specialist

Description

Behavioral Specialist

Department: School-Based Services
Reports To: Program Manager
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time, Year-Round

About Primary Health Solutions

Our Mission

We meet people where they are and partner with them on their journey towards wellness.

Our Vision

The destination for servant leaders to provide comprehensive and exceptional care.

Our Values

R – Respect
I – Innovation
S – Stewardship
E – Excellence

Behavioral Specialist Summary

The Behavioral Specialist provides prevention, intervention, and behavioral health support services to students in a school-based setting. Working under the direction of the Program Manager, this position collaborates with students, families, school personnel, and community partners to improve student well-being, reduce barriers to learning, and promote academic, emotional, and social success. The Behavioral Specialist delivers evidence-based behavioral interventions, crisis support, care coordination, and psychoeducation while working toward independent clinical licensure.

A Day in the Life

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Provide school-based behavioral health services to children and adolescents.

Complete behavioral screenings and assist with biopsychosocial assessments.

Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavioral intervention plans.

Provide individual, family, and group behavioral support as appropriate under supervision.

Teach coping skills, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, communication, and problem-solving techniques.

Respond to behavioral health crises using trauma-informed and de-escalation techniques.

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, healthcare providers, and community agencies to coordinate services.

Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic health record.

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case consultations.

Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on clinical need.

Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and organizational policies.

Participate in supervision, required trainings, and professional development.

Support quality improvement initiatives and organizational performance goals.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Core Competencies

Customer Service: Demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Communication: Effectively communicates with students, families, schools, and interdisciplinary teams.

Dependability: Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and reliable attendance.

Quality: Maintains high standards of documentation, ethics, and service delivery.

Productivity: Prioritizes work effectively while meeting productivity expectations.

Requirements

Success Requirements

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Human Services, or a closely related behavioral health field. • Must be within six (6) months of obtaining eligibility for Ohio LSW or LPC licensure at the Bachelor's or Master's level. • Experience working with children, adolescents, families, or school-based behavioral health services preferred. • Knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and evidence-based behavioral interventions preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional documents; prepare reports and documentation; and communicate effectively with students, families, school personnel, and healthcare professionals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, solve practical problems, and make appropriate clinical decisions within scope of practice.

Computer Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn electronic health record systems.

Physical Demands

Regular standing, walking, sitting, bending, and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

Primary work is performed in a school-based setting with occasional travel between assigned sites.

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