Community Support Specialist (Co-Occurring Disorders)

Job Description:

• Job Title: Community Support Specialist (Co-Occurring Disorders) 
• Location: Springfield, Missouri 
• Department: Adult Community Services 
• Employment Type: Full-Time 

Job Summary: 
Join our dedicated team in Springfield, Missouri, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and their families affected by co-occurring disorders. As a Community Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing mentorship, guidance, and hope to those on their path to recovery. 

Working on the ITCD (Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders) team, you will leverage your experience with substance use recovery to offer support and activities through a comprehensive treatment plan. This plan is designed to facilitate an individual’s immediate and ongoing adjustment to community living, ensuring they feel empowered as they navigate their journey. 

• This position offers… 
• • Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost  
• • Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel 
• • Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition 
• • Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce 
• • Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more 
• Key Responsibilities: 
• • Provide support and activities to clients through an organized treatment plan designed to ease their transition into community living. 
• • Utilize a supportive, educational approach to promote improved functioning and encourage recovery and resilience. 
• • Coordinate comprehensive follow-ups for clients, including outreach and engagement as needed. 
• • Employ advanced knowledge of psychological concepts, evidence-based interventions, and coordinate mental health services with community partners. 
• • Use specialized knowledge of behavioral science principles, such as motivational interviewing, reinforcement, operant conditioning, and cognitive processing. 
• • Spend time in the community, visiting clients in their homes, clinics, and other locations. 
• Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 
• There are several ways in which you may qualify for this position including: 
• Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: 
• • Psychology 
• • Social Work 
• • Sociology 
• • Education 
• • Criminal Justice 
• • Family Studies 
• • Counseling 
• • Recreational Therapy 
• • Human Services 
• • Human Development & Family Studies 
• • Child Development 
• • Gerontology 
• • Behavioral Science 
• • Rehabilitation Counseling 
• OR... 
• • Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution 

OR.... 
• Work experience in a related human services field may substitute for educational requirements. *Related fields may include direct support such as case management, residential support, developmentally disabled support, vocational rehabilitation, and more. Four years of qualifying experience minimum or a combination of education and experience equaling four years required. 

• OR.... 
• • Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) - CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D 
• Additional Qualifications: 
• • Must be at least 21 years old. 
• • Reliable vehicle and acceptable recent driving record. 

Keywords: Community Support, Social Work, Mental Health, Counseling, Case Management, Community Outreach, Advocacy, Support Services, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Public Health, Nonprofit, Collaboration, Partnership Building, Networking, Cultural Competency 

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.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.