School Based Services Evaluator

Job Description

Job Title: School Evaluator Location: Saint Louis, MO Department: School Based Services Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: The School Evaluator plays a vital role in ensuring children, adolescents, and families receive the right care at the right time. This position offers the opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact by conducting comprehensive assessments, guiding treatment planning, and helping individuals access the services that best meet their needs. Join a compassionate, collaborative team committed to strengthening school-based mental health services while supporting students, families, and communities through thoughtful clinical expertise. Ideal candidates are clinically skilled, detail-oriented, adaptable, and passionate about improving access to care for youth and families. In this role, the School Evaluator conducts initial screenings and diagnostic evaluations, establishes provisional diagnoses, develops treatment recommendations, and coordinates referrals within school-based and organizational programs. The position may also include safety planning, brief therapeutic interventions, crisis response support, and participation in interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure continuity and quality of care. Job responsibilities may vary based on departmental needs and program focus. Saint Louis offers a vibrant blend of cultural attractions, historic neighborhoods, and strong community pride. From world-class parks and museums to diverse dining and family-friendly activities, the area provides an engaging environment for professionals seeking both meaningful work and a high quality of life. This position offers… · Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost · Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel · Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition · Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce · Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more Key Responsibilities: · Conduct comprehensive screenings, assessments, and evaluations to determine service eligibility and clinical needs · Develop provisional diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and coordinated follow-up plans for individuals and families · Collaborate with school-based teams and internal programs to ensure timely referrals and continuity of care · Provide safety planning, brief therapeutic interventions, and crisis response support as needed · Participate in emergency and crisis intervention services when required · Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards · Monitor and document activities for data collection, program evaluation, and reporting purposes · Stay informed on available programs, admission criteria, and referral processes · Engage in peer review, staff meetings, training activities, and professional development opportunities · Support quality assurance, compliance, revenue cycle, and grant-related initiatives · Deliver educational presentations and materials to promote mental health awareness in schools and the community · Report critical incidents and clinical responses to supervising leadership · Perform additional duties and special assignments as directed by department leadership Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: · Master’s degree required in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field · Active state licensure required for the location and scope of practice, including LP, PLP, LPC, PLPC, LCSW, LMSW, PLMFT, or LMFT Additional Qualifications: · Current driver’s license with acceptable driving record and active auto insurance · Successful completion of required background checks, including criminal, abuse/neglect, driving record, and fingerprint screenings · Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse populations · Ability to apply sound clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and ethical decision-making Physical Requirements: · Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (2–4 hours) · Occasional walking required for field-based or school-based activities · Frequent use of hands and fingers for writing, typing, filing, and handling paperwork · Ability to occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds 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. Places for People is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. About Brightli 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 use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees