Job Description:

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $1500 sign-on bonus.* Additional $500 sign-on bonus 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-based support services.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Provide services to address activities of daily living, including the management of symptoms associated with psychiatric, physical, and/or substance use disorders per program standards and the 8 Dimensions of WellnessComplete services consistent with the requirements outlined in the expectations worksheet and program manual with the supporting documentation completed in a timely manner (within 72 hours)Maintain all assigned client medical records to program standardsProvide referrals, advocacy, information and education to meet individual needs of clientsProvide appropriate risk assessments and facilitate access to needed interventions as indicatedProvide transportation for clients as neededMonitor client hospitalization and participate in discharge planning and follow per program standards High School/GED requiredAssociates/Bachelors/Masters degree in a human service-related field preferredIf no degree has been 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 Associates degree is the highest education obtained (If the degree is an Associates 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 Bachelors degree is the highest education obtained All experience must include working with individuals with psychiatric, substance use, and/or developmental disabilities A valid drivers license and agency established minimum automobile coverage requiredCompass 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:Competitive benefitsAdvancement opportunitiesProfessional developmentLicensure supervisionMentor opportunitiesTuition reimbursementScholarship programEmployee Assistance ProgramHeadspace AccessPaid time off & Paid HolidaysNHSC Loan Repayment ParticipantWe 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 pass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.