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Community Support Specialist School-Based
Job Location:
Job Location:
Arnold, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 26 - 27
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
7 August 2026 (13 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Be a Bridge for Student Wellness as a Community Support Specialist School-Based
Step into a meaningful role supporting students and families by bringing behavioral health services directly into school communities. As a School-Based Community Support Specialist youll partner with educators families and students to promote resilience access resources and improve mental health outcomes right where theyre needed most.
This Is a Great Opportunity for Someone Who:
Step into a meaningful role supporting students and families by bringing behavioral health services directly into school communities. As a School-Based Community Support Specialist youll partner with educators families and students to promote resilience access resources and improve mental health outcomes right where theyre needed most.
This Is a Great Opportunity for Someone Who:
- Believes in early intervention and the power of supportive school environments
- Is passionate about working with children adolescents and families in a collaborative setting
- Values a holistic strengths-based approach to behavioral health and student success
Key Responsibilities
- Acting as a liaison between the school families and behavioral health services
- Supporting students with individualized goal-oriented behavioral health services
- Providing education coaching and skill-building to students families and school staff
- Collaborating with school teams and other professionals to advocate for student needs
- Assisting families in navigating and accessing resources in the community
- Completing wellness plans documentation and assessments in accordance with agency standards
- Helping students and families build natural support systems and long-term resilience
- Driving to school and community locations to provide services as needed
Requirements Skills Knowledge and Expertise
High School/GED required
Associates or bachelors degree in a human service related field preferred
QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options
listed:
o Qualified addiction professional;
o Bachelors degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S.
Department of Educations database of accredited schools at http:/ Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
o Four years of qualifying experience; or
o Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.
Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness
substance use disorders or developmental disabilities.
A valid drivers license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required
Youll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
Associates or bachelors degree in a human service related field preferred
QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options
listed:
o Qualified addiction professional;
o Bachelors degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S.
Department of Educations database of accredited schools at http:/ Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
o Four years of qualifying experience; or
o Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.
Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness
substance use disorders or developmental disabilities.
A valid drivers license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required
Youll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Are energized by working in schools and supporting youth through a trauma-informed lens
- Are confident navigating both education and behavioral health systems
- Value collaboration and advocacy as tools for improving student outcomes
- Can communicate effectively with children families and multidisciplinary teams
- Are passionate about creating safe supportive environments where students can thrive
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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