Compassionate Community Support Advocate

ADP, Inc.; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Well is seeking a dedicated Community Support Provider in Nebraska to empower individuals with behavioral health needs through compassionate, client-centered support. This role requires empathy, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

You will carry a caseload, complete assessments, and coordinate with treatment teams and community resources to help clients achieve recovery goals.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 or older.
• Valid Nebraska driver’s license, insurable, and confident driving record.
• If in recovery, at least 18 months sober and able to pass random drug screenings.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, or related human services field preferred.
• OR 2 years coursework/experience in human services, OR 2 years of lived recovery experience with skills in behavioral health.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (empathetic, warm, and supportive).
• Able to quickly build trust and form positive working relationships with diverse clients.
• Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) community resources and referral options.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Strong boundaries, problem-solving, time management, and stress management skills.
• Must maintain confidentiality (42 CFR, HIPAA).
• Flexible schedule — may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Caring, non-judgmental attitude toward all clients.

Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain all required trainings/certifications (e.g., First Aid/CPR, Trauma-Informed Care, Crisis Management, Cultural Competency, Confidentiality, Ethics).
• Carry a caseload of behavioral health clients.
• Complete intake, assessments, service plans, and authorizations within set timeframes.
• Provide consistent support based on program level (Recovery Support, Community Support, Intensive Community Support).
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes.
• Coordinate with treatment providers, probation/parole/drug court, and other agencies.
• Complete discharge summaries when clients leave the program.
• Provide direct support to clients in the community, such as: referrals to services/resources, assistance with housing, employment, or education, transportation and support at appointments or court, medication support and compliance.
• Crisis intervention and ongoing communication with treatment teams.
• Teaching life skills (budgeting, coping, relapse prevention, communication, daily living, meal planning, etc.).
• Encouraging wellness, recovery, exercise, spirituality, and community connection.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Team player

Time management

Stress management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, or related human services field

2 years coursework/experience in human services

Lived recovery experience in behavioral health

Job description

The Well is seeking a dedicated Community Support Provider in Nebraska to empower individuals with behavioral health needs through compassionate, client-centered support. This role requires empathy, strong communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

You will carry a caseload, complete assessments, and coordinate with treatment teams and community resources to help clients achieve recovery goals.