Community Support Specialist

Burrell Behavioral Health - Poplar Bluff, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Poplar Bluff, MO

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

As a Community Support Specialist at Burrell Behavioral Health, you will become a catalyst for positive change, empowering individuals and families on their journeys towards mental wellness and independence. This rewarding role involves developing personalized treatment plans and implementing evidence-based interventions using a strengths-based approach. You will play a vital part in fostering resilience, stability, and long-term wellbeing within the community. In this position, you will collaborate closely with clients, families, and other professionals to create and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs and goals. Utilizing techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, Positive Reinforcement, and Trauma-Informed Strategies, you will facilitate skill-building and encourage personal growth. Your responsibilities will also include coordinating care, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to the organization's quality improvement initiatives. Working in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, you will enjoy a charming small-town atmosphere with a tight-knit community and a low cost of living. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve but also offers a supportive workplace culture that values employee wellbeing and promotes healthy, joyful workforce engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation
• Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Utilize evidence-based practices like Motivational Interviewing, Positive Reinforcement, Trauma-Informed Strategies, and CBT/DBT approaches
• Coordinate care with service providers, including physicians, schools, and community organizations
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions, treatments, and progress
• Participate in staff development activities and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
• Foster relationships with key stakeholders involved in the client's care

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 related field
• Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution
• Four years of qualifying experience in a related human services field or a combination of education and experience equaling four years
• Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) certification such as CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D
• Successful completion of background checks
• Completion of New Hire Orientation and Relias Learning training
• Obtain trainings to assist in professional development meeting DMH Standards
• Valid driver's license in state of residency with acceptable driving record
• Reliable transportation and proof of valid auto insurance

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in case management or residential support
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package
• Telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Options
• Top-notch training and professional development opportunities
• Career mobility and advancement opportunities
• Supportive workplace culture promoting employee wellbeing