Community Support Spec

Centerstone • Clarksville, TN

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About The Position

Centerstone is a nonprofit behavioral health system that provides care in a variety of settings and serves people of all ages. The organization describes itself as trauma-informed and committed to understanding and responding to the effects of trauma for clients, staff, and the community.

The Community Support Spec works with families of children ages 0–18 who are in state custody, linking them to community resources and coordinating with the Department of Children's Services, courts, foster parents, biological parents, and other providers. Frequent travel is required. The role calls for effective communication, time management, and writing skills.

The position is full-time. The posting states compensation starts at $17 per hour and lists a pay range of $16.50–$23.10 per hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least one year of experience working with children, youth, and families required.
• Effectively communicate in writing, verbally, in person, and virtually.
• Good time management and writing skills.
• Frequent travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply Department of Children's Services policies.
• Know, attend, and participate in Child and Family Team Meetings (CFTM).
• Link families to community resources.
• Help families with medication issues when necessary.
• Help achieve all EPSDT and dental requirements.
• Sign off on medication administration records (MAR) when necessary.
• Complete all TFACTS requirements.
• Complete all required face-to-face visits.
• Complete monthly summaries and enter them into TFACTS in a timely manner.
• Complete documentation within 48 hours of contact.
• Develop plans of care with goals, objectives, and interventions.
• Document progress according to documentation expectations.
• Use behavior management and crisis management skills when needed.
• Coordinate case management services with school personnel.
• Coordinate community service projects when necessary.
• Complete required training and continuing education.
• Complete the schedule in Centernet in a timely manner.
• Participate in all supervision activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• Company-paid AD&D insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time