Community Support Specialist

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Kirksville (MO); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PTO 29 days

Benefits package

403(b) retirement match

Life insurance

Emergency Medical Leave

FSA - healthcare

FSA - dependent care

Health & Wellness Program

EAP

Employee Discount Program

Zusammenfassung

Brightli is seeking a Community Support Specialist in Kirksville, MO to provide community-based mental health services, develop care plans, and coordinate with families and community partners. You will use evidence-based practices to support clients toward greater independence and wellbeing.

The role emphasizes collaboration with healthcare providers, schools, and organizations, along with thorough documentation and ongoing professional development.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with mental health services and community-based support is preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills are required.

Aufgaben

• Provide community-based mental health services including assessment, treatment planning, and intervention.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and DBT.
• Coordinate care with physicians, schools, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and client progress.
• Facilitate psychosocial rehabilitation group sessions aligned with goals.
• Participate in staff development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Build relationships with families, schools, and community supports.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Resource coordination

Documentation accuracy

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Psychology/Social Work

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description: Community Support Specialist Location: Kirksville, MO Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Monday - Friday

Job Summary: Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? We're looking for a dedicated individual to join our team and help our clients achieve greater independence and wellbeing through personalized, community-based mental health services! In this role, you'll work directly with clients to develop and implement care plans that promote long-term success. You'll collaborate with families, healthcare providers, and community organizations to ensure holistic support. If you're client-focused, compassionate, and eager to grow in a dynamic environment, we'd love to meet you!

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO
• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**
• Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent child-care
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide community-based mental health services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation
• Collaborate with clients, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Utilize a strengths-based approach that incorporates evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Positive Reinforcement Techniques, Trauma-Informed Strategies, CBT, and DBT
• Provide behavioral interventions using methods including cognitive processing, operant conditioning, and group dynamics
• Coordinate care with external providers including physicians, psychiatrists, schools, and community organizations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and client progress
• Facilitate PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) group sessions as aligned with treatment plan goals
• Participate in ongoing staff development and training opportunities
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives through data collection and reporting
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with families, schools, and community supports

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related human services field; or Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field and two years of qualifying experience*; or Any four-year combination of higher education and related experience; or Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health Support; or Four years of qualifying experience*
• *Qualifying experience includes working with individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. Experience should include services such as skill-building, group or one-on-one support, recovery-focused coaching, or assistance in community functioning and employment.

Employment Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve and think critically
• Self-motivated and organized
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Ability to navigate and coordinate community-based resources
• Proficient in maintaining accurate and timely documentation

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli Snapshot

• 200 locations
• 4 states
• 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates
• 5k+ employees

About Brightli

Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.