Youth Community Support Specialist

Brightli•California, MO

23d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Youth Community Support Specialist, you'll provide support and activities to clients through an organized treatment plan designed to ease an individual's immediate and continued adjustment to community living. You'll be working in the community, including clients' homes, clinics, and other places around the community as part of your regular assigned caseload. Our ideal candidate is passionate about promoting recovery and increased resiliency, has experience with evidence-based interventions, and strong communication and collaboration skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, human services field or equivalent experience
Background check, training, valid driver's license, reliable transportation required
Specific skills/knowledge in case management, mental health, substance use, documentation, etc.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in related field or Associate's in Behavioral Health Support
4 years qualifying experience in mental health/substance use services delivery
Combination of education and experience may qualify

Responsibilities

Provide community-based mental health services to children and adolescents, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
Collaborate with clients, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Utilize strengths-based, evidence-based approaches like Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, etc.
Provide behavioral interventions and evidence-based practices.
Coordinate care with other providers like physicians, schools, organizations.
Maintain accurate client records and documentation.
Participate in staff training and development activities.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
Work collaboratively with team members for coordinated client care.
Develop relationships with stakeholders involved in client's care.
Prepare for and facilitate group therapy sessions.
Knowledge of ACT model for some roles.

Benefits

$1,000 Sign On Bonus!
Competitive hourly rate
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Friendly and supportive work environment
Flexible scheduling
Professional development opportunities
Recognition and reward programs
Paid time off and holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company match
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.