Community Support Specialist

2 weeks ago

Branford, Connecticut, United States BHcare Inc. Full time
Job Details Job Location: Shoreline Adult Services North Branford, CT - North Branford, CT 06471 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

BHcare is seeking a Community Support Specialist to join our team This role is all about helping clients build independence and achieve their goals through skill-building, motivational support, and connection to community resources. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this could be the opportunity for you.

What You'll Do:

• Provide individual and group sessions that promote life skills, recovery, education, employment readiness, and community involvement.

• Conduct functional assessments and develop person-centered recovery plans with clear, achievable goals.

• Deliver stage-wise interventions using the psychiatric rehabilitation skill-building model.

• Support young adults with daily living skills, health and wellness education, and self-advocacy.

• Provide crisis intervention, outreach, and ongoing support in both individual and group settings.

• Help clients connect with medical, psychiatric, and community appointments.

• Educate and collaborate with families, significant others, and community members to support recovery goals.

• Provide limited transportation while helping clients build their own transportation independence.

• Maintain accurate clinical records, progress notes, and recovery plans in compliance with agency standards.

What We're Looking For:

• A compassionate, reliable professional who wants to empower young adults toward independence.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

• Experience in human services, behavioral health, or rehabilitation strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with recovery-oriented approaches and motivational interviewing is a plus.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Why Join BHcare?

At BHcare, you'll be part of a team that believes in recovery, empowerment, and creating lasting change. We provide training, professional development, and a supportive environment where your work directly impacts lives in the community.

Apply today to become a Community Support Specialist with our team and help build brighter futures.

Qualifications

MINIMUN QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree preferred. In lieu of Bachelor's degree, Associates degree or College coursework equivalent (2 years) and 2 years work exp in behavioral health field OR high school diploma and minimum of 4 years of experience in the behavioral health field required.  
  • RSS certification, mental health certification or related and acceptable training preferred.  Ability to complete training as may be required for position and program assigned.
  • Knowledge of Psychiatric Rehabilitation is desirable.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.  Must maintain an acceptable driving record and be insurable at a reasonable rate under the Organization's auto insurance plan.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft 365. Must be able to navigate through electronic health records system (EHR).

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