Community Support Specialist - Adult

Compass Health Network Company; New Jersey; On-site; USD 35,183 - 36,933; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus of $1,500

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Compass Health Network Company is hiring a Community Support Specialist in New Jersey to assist clients with behavioral health and recovery goals. This full-time role involves providing personalized, community-based support, helping clients set and achieve goals while delivering essential services. The ideal candidate should have a background in human services, strong communication and time management skills, and a willingness to travel for client support. Benefits include a retention bonus of $1,500 and eligibility for full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Required high school diploma or GED; associate's or bachelor's in human services preferred.
• Relevant experience with adults or behavioral health populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in reaching personal recovery and wellness goals.
• Provide coaching and education on life skills and health.
• Help clients access essential services like housing and healthcare.
• Work closely with families and community partners.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation.

Skills

Experience with behavioral health populations

Time management skills

Ability to travel to homes and community locations

Communication skills with empathy

Documentation skills

Education

High School/GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field

Job description

Community Support Specialist - Adult

Department: Adult CPRC

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Union - Old Highway 50 East

Reporting To: Morgan Strauser

Compensation: $25.54 - $26.81 / hour

Description

To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1,500. Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Full-Time | Benefits Eligible

Help others in their journey toward recovery and wellness.

Join our team as a Community Support Specialist, partnering with adults to support behavioral health and substance use recovery goals. In this role, you’ll provide personalized, community-based support — meeting clients where they are: in their homes, in the office, and out in the community.

You’ll help individuals set and achieve recovery goals, develop daily living skills, access vital services, and build supportive relationships — all while working as part of a collaborative, integrated care team. This position requires regular driving and transportation of clients as part of service delivery.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about mental health, enjoys hands‑on work in the community, and thrives on building relationships. If you're looking for purpose‑driven work that directly impacts families, you’ll find it here.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clients in reaching their personal recovery and wellness goals
• Provide coaching and education on life skills, health, and community resources
• Help clients access housing, healthcare, employment, and other essential services
• Work closely with healthcare providers, families, and community partners
• Assist with appointments and provide transportation as clinically needed
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation

Requirements

• High School/GED required
• Associate’s* or Bachelor’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 at http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation ;
• Any four‑year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
• Four years of qualifying experience; or
• 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:

• Bring relevant experience working with adults or behavioral health populations
• Are comfortable traveling to homes and community locations
• Communicate with empathy, adapt easily, and enjoy being part of a collaborative care team
• Possess excellent time management and writing skills
• Enjoy meeting new people
• New to the social services field and eager to learn

*Retention bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.