COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

3 weeks ago


Warrensburg MO USA, United States Compass Health Network Full time

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $1500 sign-on bonus.; additional $500 for Qualified Mental Health professionals.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen

The Community Support Specialist provides integrated, holistic, community support services for adults with long-term mental health disorders. The Community Support Specialist serves as an active member of the client's integrated health team and acts as a liaison to other wellness team members, internally & externally. CHN team members enjoy a collaborative team environment, and competitive benefits, including quarterly performance incentives.

Responsibilities Include:



  • Use a motivational, stage-matched approach, provide individualized services based upon strengths,
    needs, abilities, and preferences identified collaboratively with client/family, focused on supporting client’s movement toward recovery/resiliency goals
  • Assist client in identifying strengths, needs, abilities, & preferences in regard to mental illness/substance use
    and participate in development of the initial wellness plan, update & completion of his/her/their Wellness Plan
  • Provide services from a holistic perspective, incorporating coaching surrounding the Eight Dimensions of Wellness, with attention to each domain of wellness, including physical and mental health
  • Provide assistance & make referrals to public services & additional providers, as needed, including financial, housing, emergency assistance, food, etc.
  • Maintain contact with clients who are hospitalized, participating in discharge planning and communicating with all involved providers in developing aftercare plans
  • Provide education and skill-building in areas such as daily living skills, employment/education, symptom management, communication/relationships, budgeting, maintaining a residence, etc., with focus on movement toward independent completion of these tasks, or referral to long-term supports
  • Assist clients with developing personal support systems, including, but not limited to, work with family
    members, legal guardians, recovery communities, etc.
  • Meet service provision expectations per client needs and company guidelines & complete documentation and paperwork within the required timeframe
  • Assist client with transportation as clinically indicated. Driving is an essential function of the position



Associate’s/Bachelor’s/Master's degree in a human service-related field preferred

If no degree obtained, one of the following is required:

At least four (4) years of experience OR a combination of higher education and experience required if a High School/GED is the highest education obtained

At least two (2) years of experience OR a combination of higher education and experience required if an Associate’s degree is the highest education obtained
(*If the degree is an Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support from an approved institution; then no additional experience is required)

At least one (1) year of experience required if a non-human service Bachelor’s degree is the highest education obtained

All experience must include working with individuals with psychiatric, substance use, and/or developmental disabilities

A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve. Our mission is “Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.”

Why join us?

We believe some of the most passionate people in the world work here. Our dedicated and talented staff are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a work environment and services that are inclusive for our patients and our employees.

At Compass Health Network, these are just a few of the benefits that we offer as an organization:




  • Advancement opportunities
  • Professional development
  • Licensure supervision
  • Mentor opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarship program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Headspace Access
  • Paid time off & Paid Holidays
  • NHSC Loan Repayment Participant

We welcome inquiries from qualified individuals who want to be part of a team of hardworking, dedicated and compassionate employees whose work helps us aspire to our vision of full, healthy, productive lives for everyone. We look forward to meeting you

*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.



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