Community Health Worker - Behavioral Health

Compass Health, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Empower Recovery and Wellness is seeking a Community Health Worker focused on Behavioral Health to connect individuals with mental health and substance use support. You will engage through outreach, education, and advocacy to help clients access services and navigate complex systems.

The role emphasizes relationship-building, empathy, and collaboration with clinical staff to promote long-term wellness in rural Missouri communities.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; Associate's/Bachelor's/Master's degree in a human service-related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in accessing mental health and substance use treatment services.
• Provide outreach through home visits, phone calls, or community-based meetings.
• Educate individuals and families on wellness, recovery, and behavioral health risk reduction.
• Coordinate transportation and help manage appointments and follow-up care.
• Assist with medication adherence and self-management strategies as directed by clinical staff.
• Navigate social service systems, including MO HealthNet, DSS, and local community resources.
• Build relationships with care teams and community partners to reduce health disparities.
• Document patient interactions in the electronic health record.

Skills

Outreach

Advocacy

Education

Relationship-building

Coordination

Empathy

Education

High School/GED

Human services degree (assoc/bach/master)

Job description

Empower Recovery and Wellness - Join Us as a Community Health Worker (Behavioral Health Focus)

Schedule: 8 am - 5 pm

As a Community Health Worker in our Behavioral Health service line, you'll play a crucial role in connecting individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges to the support they need to thrive. Through outreach, advocacy, and education, you'll bridge the gap between behavioral health services, social supports, and the community-helping clients build confidence, navigate complex systems, and work toward long-term wellness. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about behavioral health, relationship-building, and creating change at the community level. If you're motivated by making a difference and want to be part of a mission-driven team in rural Missouri, this position is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Support patients in accessing mental health and substance use treatment services
• Provide outreach through home visits, phone calls, or community-based meetings
• Educate individuals and families on wellness, recovery, and behavioral health risk reduction
• Coordinate transportation and help manage appointments and follow-up care
• Assist with medication adherence and self-management strategies as directed by clinical staff
• Navigate social service systems, including MO HealthNet, DSS, and local community resources
• Build relationships with care teams and community partners to reduce health disparities
• Conduct PRAPARE assessments and document patient interactions in the electronic health record
• Participate in team meetings and follow care coordination guidelines as outlined by MO HealthNet

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

High School/GED required Associate's /Bachelor's/Master's degree in a human service-related field preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed: Qualified addiction professional Bachelor's degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S. Department of Education's database of accredited schools: Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and at least one year of qualifying experience Four years of qualifying experience 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 driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required

You'll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:

• Are passionate about improving behavioral health outcomes in underserved communities
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with people from all walks of life
• Are comfortable working in both clinical and community-based settings
• Communicate with empathy and advocate for client needs and goals
• Thrive in a role that combines outreach, education, coordination, and impact-driven work

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