Community Support Specialist - Substance Use Recovery

Compass Health Network•Sullivan, MO

About The Position

The Community Support Specialist provides holistic, community-based services to individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. The role supports clients in achieving wellness and recovery goals, regaining stability, and building independent, healthy lives through individualized and group support. Services are delivered in homes, communities, and clinical settings using a strengths-based, person-centered approach. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position within a collaborative, mission-driven care team.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Must qualify for the position under at least one of the stated CSS qualification options: 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 combination of higher education and qualifying experience; four years of qualifying experience; or an Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree designated by the Department of Mental Health.
Qualifying experience must include delivering services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
Valid driver's license required.
Must meet agency-established minimum automobile coverage requirements.
Strong communication, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work one-on-one with clients in homes, communities, and clinical settings.
Ability to collaborate with a care team and coordinate care.
Comfort navigating community resources and advocating for clients.
Ability to adapt approaches to meet individual needs and goals.

Nice To Haves

Associate, bachelor's, or master's degree in a human service-related field preferred.
Prior experience in the human services field; applicants new to the field are also encouraged.

Responsibilities

Deliver individualized and group support focused on recovery, wellness, and daily living skills.
Provide strengths-based, person-centered services that integrate all dimensions of wellness.
Assist clients in accessing resources such as housing, medical care, education, and recovery supports.
Support clients in developing and maintaining personal and community-based support systems.
Collaborate with care teams, including clinicians, peer specialists, and healthcare providers.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation and complete required reporting.
Conduct outreach and re-engagement efforts when needed.
Collect and process urine drug screens.
Provide client transportation as clinically indicated.
Travel and driving are essential functions of the position.