Burrell Behavioral Health

Community Support Specialist


PayCompetitive
LocationHannibal/Missouri
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R - 19281

      Job Description:

      Job Title: Community Support Specialist
      Location: Hannibal, MO
      Employment Type: Full Time
      Shift: Monday - Friday Flexible Schedule

      Job Summary:
      Are you passionate about empowering individuals to live independently and thrive within their communities? Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives through relationship-building, advocacy, and skill development? Join our team at Preferred Family Healthcare as a Community Support Specialist!

      As a Community Support Specialist, you will work with individuals across the lifespan to develop and implement personalized treatment plans that address mental health, behavioral, and social needs. Using evidence-based practices, you’ll help clients build resilience, connect with community resources, and achieve long-term wellness and independence. You will collaborate with clinical teams, schools, families, and community partners to ensure clients receive the support they need to succeed.

      Position Perks & Benefits:

      • 29 Days of PTO

      • Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements

      • 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

      Key Responsibilities:

      • Provide community-based mental health services including assessment, treatment planning, and intervention

      • Collaborate with clients, families, and professionals to develop individualized care plans

      • Apply evidence-based interventions, including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care

      • Deliver behavioral interventions such as operant conditioning and interpersonal/group skills

      • Coordinate care with service providers, schools, healthcare professionals, and community agencies

      • Maintain timely and accurate documentation of services provided

      • Participate in training and staff development opportunities

      • Support quality improvement efforts through data collection and participation in program evaluation

      • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and community stakeholders

      • Prepare for and lead PSR group sessions as needed

      • For ACT/ACT TAY/IMPART roles: understand ACT model principles and core processes

      • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

      Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

      • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services field OR

      • Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with two years of related experience OR

      • Four-year combination of higher education and two years of related experience OR

      • Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support OR

      • Four years of qualifying experience*

      *Qualifying experience includes delivery of services to individuals with mental illness, substance use, or developmental disabilities, including one-on-one or group services with a focus on recovery, skill-building, employment support, and community integration.

      Required License/Certification (one of the following):

      • Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and acceptable driving record (if providing transport or traveling)

      Additional Qualifications:

      • Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation practices

      • Understanding of mental health, substance use, and community resources

      • Strong written and verbal communication skills

      • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks

      • Ability to engage effectively with clients and support systems

      • Skilled in collaboration, problem solving, and crisis response

      • Adequate written skills to complete timely documentation

      Supervisory Requirements:

      • None

      Brightli is on a Mission:

      A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

      As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

      Position Perks & Benefits:

      Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

      Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

      Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

      Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

      Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

      Brightli is on a Mission:

      A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

      As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

      We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

      Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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