Community Support Specialist- Flexible Schedule

Preferred Family Healthcare - Hannibal, MO

Part-time - Entry Level

Hannibal, MO

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Community Support Specialist at Preferred Family Healthcare is a full-time role focused on providing mentorship and support to individuals facing mental health challenges. The position involves working in various community settings, including clients' homes and clinics, to deliver personalized care and interventions. The ideal candidate is passionate about mental health, possesses strong communication skills, and is eager to contribute to the well-being of clients while growing professionally in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Life-Changing Mental Health Services: Provide top-notch care to clients out in the community.
• Empower Clients through Behavioral Interventions: Utilize effective techniques like motivational interviewing, operant conditioning, and cognitive processing to help clients achieve their treatment goals and improve their overall well-being.
• Foster Recovery and Resilience: Take a supportive educational approach to promote improved functioning and meet the unique needs of each client.
• Manage a Rewarding Caseload: Establish and maintain a manageable caseload, collaborating with supervisory staff to ensure a fulfilling workload.
• Collaborate in Client Care: Participate in staffing sessions to identify client needs, set treatment goals, and develop individualized plans for success.
• Respond to Emergencies with Confidence: Provide timely assistance during mental health crises, offering rapid aid within your scope of training.
• Ensure Continuity of Care: Provide comprehensive follow-up services to clients, including follow-up for missed appointments, outreach, and engagement as needed.
• Grow and Learn with Preferred: Actively participate in staff development activities to enhance your skillset.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Education, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, Counseling, Recreational Therapy, Human Services, Human Development, Child Development, Gerontology, Behavioral Science, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Education.
• Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution.
• Work experience in a related human services field may substitute for educational requirements, with a minimum of four years of qualifying experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others

Benefits

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• 29 Days of PTO for Full-Time employees
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent child-care
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement