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Job Requirements of Community Support Specialist:
- High School/GED required
- Associate’s*/Bachelor’s/Master's degree in psychology, social work or related mental health field preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
- Qualified addiction professional;
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S.
Department of Education’s database of accredited schools at http:/ope.ed.gov/accreditation ; - Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
- Four years of qualifying experience; or
- Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the department.
- Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
- A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
- Must obtain and maintain Medication Level I Aide
Adapt of Missouri (AOM) was founded in 1982 and provides community support, psychosocial rehabilitation & other services for adults living with a mental health disorder in the St.
Louis metropolitan area.
AOM became a partner organization of Compass Health Network in March, 2022.
AOM maintains for-profit status.
More information about AOM and services can be found at
Why join us?
At Compass Health Network, we’re proud of the dedicated team we’ve built.
We believe our people are our greatest strength – passionate, skilled, and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others.
Here, you’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.
We offer more than just a job; we provide a platform for personal and professional growth.
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
-
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development and licensure supervision
• Mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access for mental well-being
• Generous paid time off and holidays
We’re looking for individuals who are eager to bring their talents and dedication to a team that’s focused on making a real impact.
If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work and grow alongside a passionate group of professionals, we’d love to hear from you! If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters & where you can grow, we look forward to hearing from you!
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
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Community Support Specialist
Compensation: $25.54 hourly; $26.81 hourly (Master's)
The Community Support Specialist is responsible for assisting clients with severe and persistent mental illness to live successfully and to their satisfaction in the community. This is accomplished by using an assertive case management outreach approach based on the Rehabilitation Model. Services include housing acquisition, intensive case management, psychiatric rehabilitation, supportive counseling, crisis intervention, resource acquisition (vocational, educational, rental and utility assistance, substance abuse, medication), service coordination and development of a natural support system. This position requires transporting client in personal automobile. This position may require participation in 24-hour on call crisis intervention activities on a rotating basis.
This is a full-time, benefit eligible position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB SPECIFIC
- Assesses and monitors a client’s adjustment to community living
- Monitors client participation and progress in organized treatment programs to assure the planned provision of services according to the client’s individual treatment plan
- Participates in the development or revision of a specific individualized treatment plan including completion of the DLA-20 as well as timely and thorough communication to assessor regarding potential goals and objectives
- Provides individual assistance to clients in accessing needed mental health services including accompanying clients to appointments to address medical or other health needs
- Assesses clients’ level of risks, strengths, and weaknesses and interviews clients, reviews records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate clients’ preparedness for independent living
- Encourages medication compliance and provides education regarding medications and monitoring of side effects
- Provides individual assistance to clients in accessing a variety of public services, including financial and medical assistance and housing, including assistance on an emergency basis and directly helping to meet needs for food, shelter and clothing
- Assists the client to access and utilize a variety of community agencies and resources to provide ongoing social, educational, vocational and recreational supports and activities
- Intercedes on behalf of individual clients within the community-at-large to assist the client in achieving and maintaining their community adjustment
- Maintains contact with clients who are hospitalized and participates in and facilitates discharge planning
- Trains, coaches and supports in daily living skills, including housekeeping, cooking, personal grooming, accessing transportation, keeping a budget, paying bills and maintaining an independent residence
- Assists in creating personal support systems that include work with family members, legal guardians or significant others regarding the needs and abilities of a client
- Encourages and promotes recovery efforts, client independence/self-care and responsibility
- Provides support to families in the area such as treatment planning, dissemination of information, linking to services and parent guidance
- Provides holistic, person-centered care
- Develops and supports wellness and recovery goals in collaboration with the individual served
- Provides services to clients which are determined to be appropriate based on GAF score and level of care
- Performs job duties with an efficient use of time based on client’s needs as well as meeting efficiency requirements based on budget parameters
- Notifies CPRC Supervisor of any changes in client’s condition
Job Requirements:
- High School/GED required
- Associate’s*/Bachelor’s/Master's degree in psychology, social work or related mental health field preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
- Qualified addiction professional;
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S.
Department of Education’s database of accredited schools at http:/ope.ed.gov/accreditation ; - Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
- Four years of qualifying experience; or
- Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the department.
- Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
- A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
- Must obtain and maintain Medication Level I Aide
Adapt of Missouri (AOM) was founded in 1982 and provides community support, psychosocial rehabilitation & other services for adults living with a mental health disorder in the St.
Louis metropolitan area.
AOM became a partner organization of Compass Health Network in March, 2022.
AOM maintains for-profit status.
More information about AOM and services can be found at
Why join us?
At Compass Health Network, we’re proud of the dedicated team we’ve built.
We believe our people are our greatest strength – passionate, skilled, and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others.
Here, you’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.
We offer more than just a job; we provide a platform for personal and professional growth.
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
-
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development and licensure supervision
• Mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access for mental well-being
• Generous paid time off and holidays
We’re looking for individuals who are eager to bring their talents and dedication to a team that’s focused on making a real impact.
If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work and grow alongside a passionate group of professionals, we’d love to hear from you! If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters & where you can grow, we look forward to hearing from you!
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.