ACT-TAY/ACT Community Support Specialist

Brightli•Hannibal, MO

About The Position

Are you a passionate and dedicated individual ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of community members facing mental health and substance use challenges? As a Community Support Specialist, you’ll deliver personalized, evidence-based mental health services, connect individuals with vital community resources, and foster a support network that promotes growth, stability, and resilience. Join our team and help clients and their families build strong foundations for long-term wellbeing and independence!

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Psychology, Social Work, or related human services field
Bachelor’s in unrelated field + 2 years of related experience
Four-year combination of higher education + 2 years of related experience
Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support
Four years of qualifying experience
Qualifying experience includes direct service delivery to individuals with mental health, substance use, or developmental disabilities, including rehabilitation, coping skills training, employment support, and community integration.
Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods
Familiarity with community resources and legal procedures
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and coordinate services effectively
Self-motivated and responsive to supervision
Skilled in building relationships with youth and families

Responsibilities

Provide community-based mental health services to children, adolescents, and/or adults
Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions
Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to support individualized care
Apply strengths-based approaches and practices such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, and Trauma-Informed Care
Facilitate behavioral interventions and group sessions aligned with treatment goals
Coordinate care with schools, service providers, and community organizations
Maintain accurate and timely documentation
Participate in ongoing training and quality improvement initiatives
Build relationships with key stakeholders including parents, teachers, and counselors
Demonstrate knowledge of the ACT model and services

Benefits

29 days of PTO
HRSA Loan Repayment Eligibility
Comprehensive Benefits Package – health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance & more
403(b) Match – up to 5% for both part-time and full-time employees
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent care
Health & Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)
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