Community Support Specialist

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Steelville (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, retirement

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming, supportive culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health seeks a Community Support Specialist to empower clients and families toward long-term well-being in the Springfield area.

You will provide community-based mental health services, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with diverse professionals to coordinate care using MI, CBT, and trauma-informed strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field as required.
• Alternative with unrelated degree plus two years related work experience accepted.
• Any four-year combo of education and related work experience accepted.
• AS in Behavioral Health Support also satisfies educational requirements.
• At least four years of qualifying related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based mental health services to various age groups.
• Collaborate with clients, families and stakeholders to develop tailored plans.
• Use strengths-based approaches and evidence-based practices (MI, CBT, trauma-informed care).
• Coordinate care with physicians, schools and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate records per policies and procedures.
• Engage in staff development and training to enhance youth mental health services.
• Work with team members to ensure coordinated care and support.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

CBT

DBT

Trauma-Informed Care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Bachelor's in unrelated field + 2 years related experience

Four-year combination of higher education and two years related experience

Associate's of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support

Four years of qualifying experience

Job description

Job Title

Community Support Specialist

Location

Springfield, Missouri

Department

Recovery Services

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Summary

Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Community Support Specialist, where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in your community. In this role, you will empower clients and their families to build strong foundations for long-term well-being and independence. You will utilize evidence-based techniques to provide comprehensive mental health services, fostering growth, stability, and resilience. If you are passionate about helping others and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, we want to hear from you! As a Community Support Specialist, you will help individuals adapt to living in their communities by creating personalized plans that address their specific needs. You will work closely with clients, families, and other professionals to ensure effective coordination of care and support. The Community Support Specialist position offers…

Employee Assistance Program

24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost

Workplace Culture

An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide community-based mental health services to children, adolescents, and/or adults, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address the client's specific needs and goals.
• Utilize a strengths-based approach that emphasizes empowerment, skill-building, and resilience, incorporating evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Positive Reinforcement Techniques, Trauma-Informed Strategies, and skills based in CBT and DBT approaches.
• Coordinate care with other service providers, including primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions, treatments, and progress, in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff development activities, including training and education programs, to enhance knowledge and skills related to youth mental health services.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the team, including case managers, therapists, and support staff, to ensure effective coordination of care and support for clients.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications

• An individual with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field of study;
• An individual with a Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field and two years of related work experience;
• Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience;
• An Associate's of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support will also fulfill educational requirements;
• An individual with four years of qualifying experience.

Additional Qualifications

• You must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to follow direction and accept supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

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 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 user 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli's top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come.

Brightli Snapshot

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

Additional Perks & Benefits

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