Community Support Specialist

Burrell Behavioral Health - Moberly, MO

Part-time - Entry Level

Moberly, MO

About the position

The Community Support Specialist at Preferred Family Healthcare is dedicated to providing mentorship and guidance to individuals facing mental health challenges. This role involves working in various settings, including clients' homes and community locations, to deliver personalized support tailored to each client's unique needs. The position emphasizes the importance of behavioral interventions and strong communication skills to empower clients and foster recovery.

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 related field.
• 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 or a combination of education and experience equaling four years required.
• Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D.

Nice-to-haves

• A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle
• 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