Community Support Specialists (Adult)

$12,000 - $45,760/Yr

Burrell Behavioral Health - Springfield, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Springfield, MO

About the position

The Community Support Specialist role at Burrell Behavioral Health involves providing mentorship and guidance to adults facing various challenges, particularly in the realm of mental health. This position emphasizes a supportive and collaborative approach to empower clients through behavioral interventions, ensuring they receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and aims to make a significant positive impact in the community.

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 that allows you to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives.
• 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: Use sound judgment and discretion to 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 Burrell: Actively participate in staff development activities, such as meetings, training sessions, and workshops, to enhance your skillset and stay current with industry trends.

Requirements

• 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
• 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 an Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution, or equivalent work experience in a related human services field.

Nice-to-haves

• Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP)
• CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 4% match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health and Wellness Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage reimbursement