Youth Services Community Support Specialist | Impact Growth

Centerstone; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee benefits package

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Supportive work culture

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a Community Support Specialist (Youth Services) in Columbia, MO. This role provides community-based mental health services to youth and families, including assessment, treatment planning, and intervention, while coordinating with schools and physicians.

A strengths-based, CBT/DBT-informed approach is used to empower clients and improve outcomes. The role involves collaborative care planning, behavioral interventions, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a human services field is required or equivalent experience.
• Experience delivering services to individuals with mental health or related disorders is preferred.
• Ability to document clearly and maintain records per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based mental health services including assessment, treatment planning, and intervention.
• Collaborate with families and stakeholders to develop individualized plans.
• Coordinate care with other providers and community resources.
• Maintain timely client records and participate in staff development.
• Assist in quality improvement initiatives and program evaluation.

Skills

Case management

Rehabilitation methods

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Multi-tasking

Youth relationship building

Education

Bachelor's in Psychology or Social Work

Bachelor's with 2+ years experience

AS in Behavioral Health Support

Four years related experience

Job description

Centerstone is seeking a Community Support Specialist (Youth Services) in Columbia, MO. This role provides community-based mental health services to youth and families, including assessment, treatment planning, and intervention, while coordinating with schools and physicians.

A strengths-based, CBT/DBT-informed approach is used to empower clients and improve outcomes. The role involves collaborative care planning, behavioral interventions, and maintaining accurate records.