ACT-Young Adult Community Support Specialist

East Bay Community Action Program•Barrington, RI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

East Bay Community Action Program's Behavioral Health team is seeking a Community Treatment Specialist to join their multidisciplinary care team. This role focuses on providing hands-on support, advocacy, care coordination, and recovery-focused services for individuals navigating mental health and co-occurring substance use challenges. The Community Treatment Specialist is a key member of high-acuity behavioral health programs, including ACT I, ACT II, and ACT-YA, providing comprehensive wraparound support, case management, care coordination, and community-based services to young adults living with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders. Working within a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) care model, the specialist will collaborate with medical, psychiatric, vocational, and recovery-focused providers to help clients build independence, improve wellness, and achieve their personal goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field OR Associate degree with at least two years of direct experience in community-based behavioral health, case management, or a related field OR Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Experience working with high-acuity behavioral health populations
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and sound judgment in community settings
Valid Rhode Island driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
Strong English written and verbal communication skills
One to two years of experience working with adolescents and young adults in community behavioral health, school, or residential settings

Nice To Haves

Experience within Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs
Experience in Integrated Health Home environments
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese and English
Familiarity with supported employment and vocational rehabilitation resources
Knowledge of community-based recovery and rehabilitation models

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary care coordinator for an assigned caseload.
Develop and implement comprehensive care plans that support physical, behavioral, and social well-being.
Coordinate medical, dental, specialty, and behavioral health appointments.
Assist clients with transportation, scheduling, and treatment follow-through.
Support medication adherence through education, reminders, pharmacy coordination, and motivational strategies.
Collaborate with hospital staff and clinical providers to ensure smooth transitions following hospitalizations or higher levels of care.
Promote health education, symptom management, and chronic disease management.
Advocate for clients across healthcare, educational, legal, housing, and social service systems.
Build productive relationships with families, guardians, schools, landlords, healthcare providers, and community agencies.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and care coordination meetings.
Monitor client well-being and promptly communicate safety concerns or changes in functioning.
Assist clients in accessing essential resources such as housing, benefits, transportation, food, and other supports that promote stability and independence.
Assist clients in identifying triggers and developing relapse prevention strategies.
Support recovery planning and strengthen natural and community support systems.
Conduct urine toxicology screening and breathalyzer testing when required.
Reinforce recovery education under the guidance of licensed substance use treatment professionals.
Assess educational and employment interests and connect clients with vocational resources.
Support progress toward educational, employment, and independent living goals.
Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory and program standards.
Participate in trainings, continuing education, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
Contribute to the ongoing growth and evolution of EBCAP's CCBHC service model.