School-based Behavioral Specialist

Company: Compass Health Network
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Help young students build strong emotional and social foundations for lifelong success. As a School-Based Behavioral Specialist, (Internal title: Pinocchio Specialist) with Compass Health Network, you’ll work directly within partnering school districts to support early identification and early intervention for students in kindergarten through 3rd grade. In this role, you’ll collaborate with educators, families, and care teams to help young children develop social-emotional skills, strengthen resilience, and thrive both in school and at home. Schedule is 32-40 hours weekly in alignment with the school daily/academic year schedule. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about early childhood mental health and enjoys working closely with schools and families to support student success. You’ll play a key role in identifying needs early, providing supportive interventions, and connecting families with resources that promote wellness and stability. Key Responsibilities Screen students in assigned K–3 grades to identify early behavioral and emotional support needs Provide observation, consultation, and early intervention services for students eligible for the Pinocchio Program Facilitate weekly individual or small-group sessions that support social-emotional skill development Collaborate with school staff and families to coordinate eligibility, programming, and ongoing support Serve as a liaison between families, schools, and Compass Health services Provide mental health consultation and education to school personnel Develop and implement child and family support plans in partnership with caregivers and providers Maintain timely documentation and support program outcomes through productivity and utilization review activities Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor’s or Master's degree required (preferably in psychology, social work, rehabilitation/vocational/pastoral counseling, family therapy or closely-related field) QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS At least one (1) year of applicable experience required You’ll be a great fit for this role if you: Are passionate about supporting young children’s emotional and behavioral development Enjoy working collaboratively with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams Communicate effectively with both children and adults in supportive, strengths-based ways Are organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing school-based programming with documentation Are inspired by Compass Health Network’s mission to Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

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