Community Support Specialist (Full-Time)

BHcare Inc.•Ansonia, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BHcare is seeking a Community Support Specialist to join their team in the Ansonia Adult Outpatient Clinic. This full-time role is focused on helping clients build independence and achieve their goals through skill-building, motivational support, and connection to community resources. The position is 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm, with one day (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) from 11am-7pm. BHcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and emphasizes recovery, empowerment, and creating lasting change, offering training, professional development, and a supportive environment.

Requirements

A compassionate, reliable professional who wants to empower young adults toward independence.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Valid driver’s license and using personal vehicle required.
Must maintain an acceptable driving record and be insurable at a reasonable rate under the Organization’s auto insurance plan.
Must be proficient in Microsoft 365.
Must be able to navigate through electronic health records system (EHR).
Bachelor’s degree preferred. In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, Associates degree or College coursework equivalent (2 years) and 2 years work exp in behavioral health field OR high school diploma and minimum of 4 years of experience in the behavioral health field required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in human services, behavioral health, or rehabilitation strongly preferred.
Familiarity with recovery-oriented approaches and motivational interviewing is a plus.
RSS certification, mental health certification or related and acceptable training preferred.
Ability to complete training as may be required for position and program assigned.
Knowledge of Psychiatric Rehabilitation is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group sessions that promote life skills, recovery, education, employment readiness, and community involvement.
Conduct functional assessments and develop person-centered recovery plans with clear, achievable goals.
Deliver stage-wise interventions using the psychiatric rehabilitation skill-building model.
Support young adults with daily living skills, health and wellness education, and self-advocacy.
Provide crisis intervention, outreach, and ongoing support in both individual and group settings.
Help clients connect with medical, psychiatric, and community appointments.
Educate and collaborate with families, significant others, and community members to support recovery goals.
Provide limited transportation while helping clients build their own transportation independence.
Maintain accurate clinical records, progress notes, and recovery plans in compliance with agency standards.