Community Support Specialist (Substance Use Disorder Recovery)

Livebrightli; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee benefits package including health, dental, vision

Top-notch training and career mobility

Job summary

A community healthcare organization in St. Louis is seeking a Community Support Specialist to empower individuals and families through personalized mental health services. The successful candidate will develop treatment plans and connect clients with resources while collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a background in human services. This full-time role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Experience in delivering mental health services is valuable.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based mental health services to adult clients.
• Collaborate with clients to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Empowerment

Resilience

Education

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

Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support

Job description

Community Support Specialist (PFH) page is loaded## Community Support Specialist (PFH)locations: St. Louis, MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R - 22012**Job Description:****Job Title:** Community Support Specialist**Location:** St. Louis, Missouri**Company:** Preferred Family Healthcare**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 wellbeing and independence. You will utilize evidence-based techniques to create personalized plans that address specific needs, while connecting clients with local resources to foster growth, stability, and resilience. We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and are dedicated to helping others achieve their goals.As a Community Support Specialist, you will provide community-based mental health services to adult clients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation. Your work will involve collaborating with clients and other stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote empowerment and skill-building.**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 · **Career Advancement & Wage Growth** - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income · **Comprehensive Training** - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training · **Workplace Culture** - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement**Key Responsibilities:** · Provide community-based mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation. · Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. · Utilize a strengths-based approach that emphasizes empowerment and resilience, incorporating evidence-based practices. · Coordinate care with other service providers, including primary care physicians and community organizations. · Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions and progress. · Participate in staff development activities to enhance knowledge and skills related to youth mental health services. · Work collaboratively with team members to ensure effective coordination of care and support for clients. · Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders involved in the client's care. · Prepare for and facilitate PSR group sessions as pertinent to client treatment plan goals.**Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:** · Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field; **OR** · Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with two years of related work experience; **OR** · Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience; **OR** · Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support; **OR** · Four years of qualifying experience in delivering services to individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.**Additional Qualifications:** · 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. · Reliable means of transportation to transport clients in a personal vehicle.Apply today and join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and growth. Your skills can help transform lives—start your journey with Preferred Family Healthcare now!**Keywords:** Community Support Specialist, Mental Health Services, Empowerment, Treatment Planning, Evidence-Based Practices, Collaboration, Client Care, Behavioral Health, Community Resources, Resilience**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.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.