Mental Health Specialist

Job Title: Community Support Specialist

Join our team at Burrell Behavioral Health as a Community Support Specialist, where you will play a vital role in empowering individuals and their families to thrive in their communities.

Job Summary:

Become a catalyst for positive change as a Community Support Specialist, providing comprehensive mental health services to clients through assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation. You will work collaboratively with clients, families, and stakeholders to develop and implement personalized treatment plans tailored to specific needs and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide community-based mental health services to clients through assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based practices and strengths-based approaches to empower clients and build resilience.
• Coordinate care with other service providers, including primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions, treatments, and progress.
• Participate in staff development activities to enhance knowledge and skills related to youth mental health services.
• Contribute to the organization's quality improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Foster collaborative relationships with team members, stakeholders, and professionals involved in the client's care.
• Facilitate PSR group sessions aligned with client treatment plan goals.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

There are several ways in which you may qualify for this position, including:

• Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Education, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, Counseling, Recreational Therapy, Human Services, Human Development, Child Development, Gerontology, Behavioral Science, Rehabilitation Counseling.
• Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution.
• Work experience in a related human services field may substitute for educational requirements. Four years of qualifying experience minimum or a combination of education and experience equaling four years required.
• Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) - CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.
• Knowledge of case management, rehabilitation methods, and principles related to mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Ability to problem-solve, communicate effectively, and produce clear and concise reports.
• Ability to multi-task, coordinate services from community resources, and maintain effective communication with staff.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with clients and their families.
• Ability to follow directions and accept supervision.
• Valid driver's license in state of residency with an acceptable driving record.
• Reliable means of transportation and proof of valid and current auto insurance.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 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.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a mission-driven organization committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our team.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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