Community Support Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with clients and families using a motivational, strengths-based approach to support progress toward recovery and resiliency goals.
• Provide individualized, holistic services addressing all dimensions of wellness, including physical, mental, and social health.
• Assist clients in developing and achieving goals outlined in their Wellness Plans, including accessing needed services such as healthcare, housing, financial support, and community resources.
• Offer education and skill-building to promote independence in daily living, symptom management, and recovery.
• Collaborate closely with integrated health team members and community partners to ensure coordinated, culturally responsive care.
• Support clients through transitions such as hospitalization and discharge planning, maintaining regular communication to promote continuity of care.
• Complete timely documentation and uphold service and quality standards in alignment with agency guidelines.
• Provide transportation and other direct supports as clinically appropriate. Driving is an essential function of this position.

Requirements

• High School/GED required
• Associate’s* or Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred

• 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

•  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 and gain experience