Community Support Specialist - Substance Use Recovery

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized and group support focused on recovery, wellness, and daily living skills
• Provide services from a strengths-based, person-centered approach, integrating all dimensions of wellness
• Assist with accessing essential resources like housing, medical care, education, and recovery supports
• Support clients in developing and maintaining personal and community-based support systems
• Collaborate with care teams including clinicians, peer specialists, and healthcare providers
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation and complete required reporting
• Conduct outreach and re-engagement efforts when needed
• Collect and process urine drug screens
• Provide client transportation as clinically indicated
• Travel and driving are essential functions of this position

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 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

•  Are committed to supporting recovery with empathy, respect, and consistency
•  Feel confident working one-on-one with clients in homes, communities, and clinical settings
•  Bring strong communication, follow-through, and problem-solving skills
•  Value collaborative teamwork and care coordination
•  Are comfortable navigating community resources and advocating on behalf of clients
•  Can adapt your approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each person
•  Are new to the human services field or bring prior experience — either way, you’re eager to learn and grow through our extensive training and support