Community Support Specialist - Pathways
About The Position
Columbia Community Mental Health is a nonprofit agency and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that provides services to individuals with mental, addiction and developmental disabilities. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Staff to join our residential services team. This position plays a key role in providing a safe, supportive, and structured environment for individuals in our care. The Support Staff is responsible for supervising and monitoring client activities, assisting with daily living needs, administering and documenting medications accurately, and maintaining a clean, organized facility. This role also includes preparing meals, providing transportation for clients, attending meetings, and completing required documentation. Flexibility and teamwork are essential, as staff may provide respite coverage at multiple facilities. The ideal candidate is dependable, empathetic, and able to communicate effectively while ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents.
Requirements
- High school diploma/equivalency preferred
- At least one-year experience working with individuals with mental health needs
- Combination of education/experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties outlined for this position may be considered
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Responsibilities
- Supervising and monitoring client activities
- Assisting with daily living needs
- Administering and documenting medications accurately
- Maintaining a clean, organized facility
- Preparing meals
- Providing transportation for clients
- Attending meetings
- Completing required documentation
- Providing respite coverage at multiple facilities
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off Package
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- VSP Vision Coverage
- 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre- and post-tax plans with matching contribution)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
- Length of Service Award
- Outstanding Employee of the Department Annual Award
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Accidental Coverage Insurance
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- NHSC Loan Repayment Program
- Educational Assistance (up to $5,200 a year)
- Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program’s (EAP)
- Trauma Support Team – Monthly Loss Processing Group led by our Licensed Clinical Directors
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
