Community Support Specialist (Disease Management)

Brightli•Springfield, MO

30d•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a compassionate and driven Community Support Specialist to join our team, with a focus on supporting adults in various capacities while also assisting individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) and/or Substance Use Disorder (SUD) through our Disease Management program. This role combines the responsibilities of providing mentorship, guidance, and support to adults in the community with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with complex health needs. This position offers a uniquely welcoming & supportive culture & environment, paid time-off, paid holidays off, mileage reimbursement, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to gain incredibly valuable experience in the field of behavioral health and make a real difference in people's lives every day.

Requirements

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, or Rehabilitation Counseling
Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution
Work experience in a related human services field may substitute for educational requirements (e.g., direct support, case management, residential support, developmentally disabled support, vocational rehabilitation)
Four years of qualifying experience minimum or a combination of education and experience equaling four years
Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) - CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D

Responsibilities

Deliver life-changing mental health services to clients in the community
Empower clients through behavioral interventions, utilizing techniques like motivational interviewing and cognitive processing
Foster recovery and resilience by promoting improved functioning and meeting unique client needs
Manage a rewarding caseload and collaborate with supervisory staff to ensure a fulfilling workload
Respond to emergencies with confidence, using sound judgment and discretion to provide timely assistance during mental health crises
Ensure continuity of care by providing comprehensive follow-up services to clients
Review and prioritize outreach efforts to individuals identified through the Disease Management Cohort List
Engage individuals using motivational interviewing techniques and a person-centered approach
Coordinate with the intake department to ensure timely admission into clinically appropriate programs
Complete required documentation for the Disease Management program, including reviews and updates to cohort lists and state reporting
Collaborate with the Healthcare Home (HCH) Department to ensure all Disease Management individuals are enrolled in HCH