School Based Support Specialist en Brightli

Job Description:

Job Title: School Based Support Specialist
Location: Franklin, IN
Department: School Based Services
Employment Type: Full-time
Shift: Monday - Friday
 

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about supporting students and families in achieving emotional and behavioral wellness? Do you want to work in a collaborative and compassionate environment where your work truly makes a difference? Join our team at Adult & Child Health as a School Based Support Specialist!
 

As a School Based Support Specialist, you'll provide direct support and activities aligned with comprehensive treatment plans. You’ll work closely with students, families, and community resources to promote recovery, resilience, and overall well-being. This role applies behavioral science principles to help youth thrive in their home and community environments.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO

• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

• Company-paid basic life insurance

• Emergency Medical Leave Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

• Health & Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

• Mileage Reimbursement

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply behavioral science principles to support youth in home and community settings

• Use a supportive educational approach aligned with treatment goals

• Engage in activities tailored to diverse student needs

• Manage a caseload and coordinate with supervisory staff

• Participate in client staffing to identify challenges and set goals

• Provide emergency services to students in emotional crisis

• Adhere to Brightli Operational Guidelines and professional ethical codes

• Support data collection, program evaluation, grant applications, and contract maintenance
   

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related human services field

• Bachelor’s degree in unrelated field + 2 years of related experience

• Any four-year combination of higher education + 2 years of related experience

• Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support

• Four years of qualifying experience in mental health, substance use, or developmental disabilities
   

Required License/Certification (one of the following):

• Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle

• Reliable transportation for client transport in personal vehicle

• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and auto insurance

• Successful completion of background checks including criminal, driving, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint
   

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to build rapport with students and families

• Flexibility and adaptability in a school-based setting

• Commitment to trauma-informed care and culturally responsive practices

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Familiarity with electronic medical records and documentation standards

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.

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.

Adult & Child Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.