Community Support Specialist - Youth

Compass Health Network•St. Peters, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Support Specialist – Youth provides personalized, in-home and community-based support to young people and their caregivers. The role helps families build resilience, navigate challenges, and make lasting changes through strengths-based services and a trusted, supportive relationship. It involves hands-on work in the community and collaboration with families and other professionals to support children’s mental health and wellness.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Must qualify for the position based on overall CSS requirements through at least one of the listed pathways: qualified addiction professional; a bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university listed in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited schools; any four-year degree or a combination of higher education and qualifying experience; four years of qualifying experience; or an Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the department.
Qualifying experience must include delivering services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
Valid driver’s license required.
Agency-established minimum automobile coverage required.
Bring compassion, patience, and energy to interactions.
Be comfortable working in the field and meeting families in their homes or community settings.
Balance teamwork with independence.
Communicate clearly and build trust with clients, families, and professional partners.
Be adaptable, solution-focused, and motivated by making a difference in the lives of others.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver strengths-based, holistic services to youth and families based on individualized Wellness Plans.
Support family engagement and participation in the treatment process.
Provide coaching, skill-building, and access to community resources.
Collaborate with school staff, healthcare providers, and other child-serving systems.
Offer crisis support when needed and assist in developing safety plans.
Communicate regularly with the client’s integrated care team.
Document services accurately and promptly in accordance with agency guidelines.
Travel within the community to meet with clients and families in their homes.
Flex the schedule based on client needs, including some evenings and weekends.