Community Support Specialist

Health Connect America - Columbus, GA

Part-time - Mid Level

Columbus, GA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Community Support Specialist at Health Connect America plays a vital role in providing mental and behavioral health services to children and families. This part-time position focuses on case management, connecting clients with community resources, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The specialist will work closely with clients, attend treatment team meetings, and provide ongoing support to help individuals achieve their potential in a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality case management services and ensure all documentation meets required standards.
• Assist in marketing new referrals and communicate with clients and colleagues to address inquiries and concerns.
• Make two contacts per week with clients if no wraparound facilitator is present, documenting interactions accordingly.
• Connect families with necessary community resources and follow up to document the success of referrals.
• Meet with clients weekly or bi-weekly for up to 12 months, as required.
• Attend and participate in weekly Treatment Team meetings.
• Serve as a liaison with other professionals and agencies related to the client.
• Complete a recovery support plan for all individuals within the first 30 days of referral to services.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for clients as per program requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all state regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a human services discipline (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Criminal Justice).
• Experience working with children and families in a case management or community resource position.
• Provisionally credentialed as a PCSS in Mississippi with eligibility for full credentialing as a CSS.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance