Signature Health Inc·Ashtabula, Ohio
The Specialist provides behavioral interventions, coaching, and crisis support to students within school and classroom settings. They also collaborate with teachers and families to develop and implement behavioral health care plans and provide case management services.
Description At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential. If you align with our core values, putting people first, striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career. As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more Robust earned paid time off program (PTO) Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles) Professional Development Support
SCOPE OF ROLE Reporting to the Supervisor, School-Based Services, and the Manager, School-Based Services, the Specialist, Behavioral Health, School Based will provide an array of services in the school and classroom to support students, teachers, and staff. The Specialist, Behavioral Health, School Based will provide targeted behavior interventions and coaching, facilitation of skills groups, class presentations and trainings, deescalation techniques, and crisis support. The Specialist, Behavioral Health, School Based will work closely with the classroom teachers and school staff, and be involved in the formulation and implementation of the child’s school plan and behavioral health care plan; and provide case management services to students and community members as part of an active treatment plan, in school, in the home and in the community.
HOW YOU’LL SUCCEED Working primarily in the school environment, will demonstrate excellent engagement skills, forming positive relationships with school staff, students, and parents.
Promote, reinforce, and encourage skills and behaviors as identified in students' behavior management and care plan.
Collaborate with School Based Counselors, and provide support for classroom teachers/teams and school personnel on behavior management.
Participate in the development and implementation of the child’s school behavior support plan and care plan to meet assessed needs, including identification of specific goals, objective and interventions.
Facilitate referrals to other Signature Health services and community resources as needed.
Assist students to learn and utilize behavior and feeling management techniques interchangeable within a school and home setting.
Maintain client charting in accordance with Medicaid, JCAHO, ODADAS, ODMH, CARF and professional standards.
All documentation will be entered into the agency Electronic Medical Record and/or School Documentation System.
Maintains clear communication and professional boundaries with all students, families and staff members.
Meet productivity and maintain caseload as determined by school placement.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Knowledge or specialized training/experience in behavioral health setting; experience with children, adolescents and families preferred. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Possess an understanding of children’s development, parenting, and family systems. Strong Computer Skills with Microsoft, Excel, etc.
WORKING CONDITIONS Work is normally performed in a typical classroom/office/school environment.t. While hours of operation are generally standard, flexibility to work evenings and extended hours may be required. Requires periods of sitting, standing, telephone, and computer work.
adequate to hear clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
adequate to speak to clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
All employees of Signature Health are required to comply with the Signature Health Annual Influenza Vaccination Policy.
This policy requires employees to obtain an annual flu vaccination.
A medical and/or religious exemption may be submitted for review by the Signature Health Review Committee.
Exemption requests are not guaranteed to be approved.
Signature Health is a drug-free workplace.
After receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Market context
In Ohio, school-based behavioral health specialist roles are often in demand where districts and providers need support for students and families. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree, behavioral health experience with children and families, Basic Life Support certification, and strong computer skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your BLS status and tailor your application to school and family support experience.