Community Support Specialists (Adult) - Independence / Kansas City Area

Brightli • Kansas City, MO

90d

About The Position

Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Community Support Specialist, where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in your community. In this role, you will empower clients and their families to build strong foundations for long-term wellbeing and independence. You will utilize evidence-based techniques to create personalized plans that address specific needs, fostering growth, stability, and resilience. We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and are dedicated to helping others. As a Community Support Specialist, you will provide community-based mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field; or Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with two years of related work experience; or Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience; or Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support; or Four years of qualifying experience in delivering services to individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
• High school diploma with at least one year of experience in social services is required.
• Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within prescribed time frames.
• Skilled in case management and community support interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Utilize a strengths-based approach that emphasizes empowerment, skill-building, and resilience.
• Provide behavioral interventions, including motivational interviewing and cognitive processing.
• Coordinate care with other service providers, including primary care physicians and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions and progress.
• Participate in staff development activities to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Contribute to the organization's quality improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders involved in the client's care.
• Prepare for and facilitate PSR group sessions as pertinent to client treatment plan goals.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost.
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel.
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees