Community Support Specialist

VALLEY-WIDE HEALTH SYSTEMS INC • La Junta, CO

1d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Valley-Wide Health Systems is looking for a Community Support Specialist who is passionate about helping others and making a meaningful impact in the community. This role provides support, care coordination, and life skills assistance to help patients navigate challenges and improve overall well-being.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Personal lived experience related to recovery, mental health, trauma, or supporting a minor with addiction or mental health conditions
• Colorado Peer and Family Specialist Certification (CPFS), National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification (NCPRSS), or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and willingness to travel
• Ability to pass a Behavioral Health background investigation

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Applicants with a non-related Bachelor’s degree may be considered with relevant healthcare, human services, or customer service experience
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative, team-based mindset
• Familiarity with community resources and agencies
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive, patient-centered services to individuals receiving behavioral health care
• Help patients navigate resources, appointments, treatment plans, and community services
• Support patients in building daily living, coping, and wellness skills that encourage independence and stability
• Facilitate and participate in individual and group-based support services and skills training
• Coordinate care with providers, clinical teams, community organizations, and outside agencies
• Maintain ongoing communication and follow-up with assigned patients to support continuity of care
• Complete timely and accurate documentation, treatment plan updates, and required reporting
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and supervision opportunities
• Build positive, professional relationships with patients, families, coworkers, and community partner
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and culturally responsive care environment

Benefits

• Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
• Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
• Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STD
• Retirement Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement Plan
• Paid Leave: Vacation: 10 days accrued per year
• Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
• Holidays: 7 days per year + 3 Floating Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED