Community Support Specialist

Preferred Family Healthcare - Trenton, MO

Part-time - Entry Level

Trenton, MO

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Community Support Specialist at Clarity Healthcare plays a vital role in providing mentorship and guidance to individuals facing mental health challenges. This position involves working in various settings, including clients' homes and community locations, to deliver personalized support tailored to each client's unique needs. The ideal candidate is passionate about mental health support and possesses strong communication and collaboration skills, aiming to empower clients to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

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, or other human services specialized field of study; or
• Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field and two years of related work experience; or
• Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience; or
• Associate's of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support; or
• Four years of qualifying experience.

Nice-to-haves

• 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

• 29 Days of PTO
• Competitive Pay
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment
• 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
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent child-care
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement