Job Description:

Job Title: Community Support Specialist

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Department: Community Services

Employment Type: Full time

Job Summary:
Join our mission-driven organization as a Community Support Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals as they adjust to community living. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of clients by implementing organized treatment plans that promote recovery and resilience. We are looking for a passionate individual with strong communication and collaboration skills, as well as experience with evidence-based interventions. Your work will take you into the community, including clients' homes and various local settings, allowing you to foster meaningful connections and support.

Columbia, Missouri, is a vibrant city that offers a rich array of recreational attractions, dining options, and cultural experiences. From the natural beauty of Finger Lakes State Park to the historic University of Missouri campus, you will find a welcoming community that enhances your professional journey.

This position offers…

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costMileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travelEmployee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College TuitionWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforceAdditional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

Provide community-based mental health services to children, adolescents, and/or adults, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.Collaborate with clients, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.Utilize strengths-based, evidence-based approaches like Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, etc.Provide behavioral interventions and evidence-based practices.Coordinate care with other providers such as physicians, schools, and organizations.Maintain accurate client records and documentation.Participate in staff training and development activities.Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.Work collaboratively with team members for coordinated client care.Develop relationships with stakeholders involved in the client's care.Prepare for and facilitate group therapy sessions.Knowledge of the ACT model for some roles.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, human services field, or equivalent experience.Background check, training, valid driver's license, and reliable transportation required.Specific skills/knowledge in case management, mental health, substance use, documentation, etc.

Additional Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or Associate's in Behavioral Health Support.4 years of qualifying experience in mental health/substance use services delivery.A combination of education and experience may qualify.



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.





Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.