Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network

Job Info

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Compensation: $24.54/hour; $25.81/hour QMHP

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!

This is a Full-time, benefit eligible position.

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 Wellness
• Complete 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 standards
• Provide referrals, advocacy, information and education to meet individual needs of clients
• Provide appropriate risk assessments and facilitate access to needed interventions as indicated
• Provide transportation for clients as needed
• Monitor client hospitalization and participate in discharge planning and follow per program standards

High School/GED required
Associate's/Bachelor's/Master's degree in a human service-related field preferred

If 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 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:

• Competitive benefits
• 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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