Job Description:

Job Title: Community Support Specialist II

Location: Independence, MO

Department: Adult Community Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have a desire to help others and provide exceptional support? We're seeking a compassionate and skilled Community Support Specialist II to join our team! As a Community Support Specialist II, you'll have the opportunity to work with individuals in their homes and communities, providing support and guidance to help them achieve their goals. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply!

The Community Support Specialist II position offers…

All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and moreTelemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visitsEmployee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costCareer Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added incomeComprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job trainingWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:

Utilize advanced knowledge of behavioral science principles to support clients in their home and community environmentProvide supportive educational approaches to promote improved functioning and encourage recoveryEstablish and manage a caseload, coordinating with supervisory staffParticipate in staffing of clients to identify problems and establish treatment goalsProvide rapid aid in cases of emotional crisisProvide comprehensive follow-up to clients, including missed appointments and conducting outreachServe as back up for Community Support Specialists when necessaryEngage in committee work, team meetings, and resource share sessionsProvide mentorship and guidance to assigned Community Support Specialist I

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field of studyOr, Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field and two years of related work experienceOr, Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experienceOr, Associate's of Applied Science in Behavioral Health SupportOr, Four years of qualifying experience delivering services to individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities

Additional Qualifications:

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicleMust have reliable means of transportation in order to transport clients in personal vehicleProof of valid and current auto insurance is requiredSuccessful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglect

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human bodySedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time

Brightli is on a Mission:
Join our team and be part of a dynamic and compassionate organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. Apply now to start your rewarding career as a Community Support Specialist II!





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 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.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.