Bilingual Community Support Advocate

Community Solutions for Children, Families and Individuals; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

403(b) with employer match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion programs

Job summary

Community Solutions is seeking a dedicated Community Support Specialist to assist in site-based, bridge-to-care programs. The role involves screening, intake, assessments, and developing care plans with documentation to support 6,400+ annual clients.

The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy skills, crisis intervention experience, and a willingness to engage diverse communities. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $28.78, with extensive benefits, a 403(b) plan with employer

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and four (4) years direct service work experience in a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC) is preferred.
• Bilingual and bicultural is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts screening, intake and assessments; determines resources and referrals; creates Transformational Care Plans and documents progress.
• Provides rehabilitation counseling, advocacy and crisis intervention in collaboration with the psychiatrist.
• Completes program documents and maintains charts in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinates services with community providers and informs clients about resources.
• Teaches life skills and supports educational and community reintegration activities.

Skills

Empowerment & advocacy

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

CADC certification (preferred)

Job description

Community Solutions is seeking a dedicated Community Support Specialist to assist in site-based, bridge-to-care programs. The role involves screening, intake, assessments, and developing care plans with documentation to support 6,400+ annual clients.

The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy skills, crisis intervention experience, and a willingness to engage diverse communities. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $28.78, with extensive benefits, a 403(b) plan with employer