Community Support Specialist (Disease Management)

Brightli•St. Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking a compassionate and driven Community Support Specialist to join our team, with a focus on supporting adults in various capacities while also assisting individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) and/or Substance Use Disorder (SUD) through our Disease Management program. This role combines the responsibilities of providing mentorship, guidance, and support to adults in the community with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with complex health needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field
Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with two years of related work experience
Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience
Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support from and approved academic institution
Four years of related qualifying experience in delivering services to individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities
Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
Reliable means of transportation to transport clients in a personal vehicle
If operating a company-owned vehicle, must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
If operating a company-owned 15 person passenger van, must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age

Responsibilities

Deliver life-changing mental health services to clients in the community
Empower clients through behavioral interventions, utilizing techniques like motivational interviewing and cognitive processing
Foster recovery and resilience by promoting improved functioning and meeting unique client needs
Manage a rewarding caseload and collaborate with supervisory staff to ensure a fulfilling workload
Respond to emergencies with confidence, using sound judgment and discretion to provide timely assistance during mental health crises
Ensure continuity of care by providing comprehensive follow-up services to clients
Review and prioritize outreach efforts to individuals identified through the Disease Management Cohort List
Engage individuals using motivational interviewing techniques and a person-centered approach
Coordinate with the intake department to ensure timely admission into clinically appropriate programs
Complete required documentation for the Disease Management program, including reviews and updates to cohort lists and state reporting

Benefits

A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits (Telemedicine)
24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost (Employee Assistance Program)
An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement (Workplace Culture)
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