Community Support Specialist

Brightli • Kirksville, MO

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About The Position

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? The Community Support Specialist (CSS) plays a vital role in supporting individuals living with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) on their recovery journey. This position provides person‑centered, recovery‑oriented services that help individuals build stability, develop life skills, access community resources, and maintain engagement in treatment and recovery supports. The CSS works collaboratively with individuals, treatment teams, and community partners to promote long‑term recovery, wellness, and independence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related human services field; or Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and two years of qualifying experience; or Any four-year combination of higher education and related experience; or Associate’s degree in Behavioral Health Support; or Four years of qualifying experience
• Qualifying experience includes working with individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. Experience should include services such as skill-building, group or one-on-one support, recovery-focused coaching, or assistance in community functioning and employment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve and think critically
• Self-motivated and organized
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Ability to navigate and coordinate community-based resources
• Proficient in maintaining accurate and timely documentation

Nice To Haves

• Experience in SUD treatment programs, recovery services, behavioral health, or community‑based support
• Knowledge of recovery principles, relapse prevention, and harm‑reduction practices

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based mental health services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation
• Collaborate with clients, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Utilize a strengths-based approach that incorporates evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Positive Reinforcement Techniques, Trauma-Informed Strategies, CBT, and DBT
• Provide behavioral interventions using methods including cognitive processing, operant conditioning, and group dynamics
• Coordinate care with external providers including physicians, psychiatrists, schools, and community organizations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and client progress
• Facilitate PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) group sessions as aligned with treatment plan goals
• Participate in ongoing staff development and training opportunities
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives through data collection and reporting
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with families, schools, and community supports

Benefits

• 29 Days of PTO
• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Competitive 403(b) 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 ( 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level