Recovery-Focused Community Support Specialist

Burrell Behavioral Health; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in St. Charles, MO is seeking a Community Support Specialist to help adults in recovery build independence and cope with daily challenges. You’ll mentor, advocate, and coach individuals, helping them navigate resources and maintain progress toward goals.

The role offers professional development within a supportive team focused on recovery, trauma-informed care, and person-centered planning in a behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related experience required or substituted by experience.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Experience in behavioral health or recovery services preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver recovery-focused support services to help individuals achieve treatment goals.
• Build trusting relationships to encourage engagement and independence.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources and services.
• Collaborate with treatment teams to develop and monitor service plans.
• Respond to crisis situations within the scope of training.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of services.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Empathy

Relationship building

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support

4 years combined education/experience

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in St. Charles, MO is seeking a Community Support Specialist to help adults in recovery build independence and cope with daily challenges. You’ll mentor, advocate, and coach individuals, helping them navigate resources and maintain progress toward goals.

The role offers professional development within a supportive team focused on recovery, trauma-informed care, and person-centered planning in a behavioral health setting.