Job Description:

Job Title: Community Support Specialist II

Location: Independence, MO

Department: Adult Community Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Community Support Specialist II, where you will play a vital role in helping clients adjust to community living. This position offers the opportunity to utilize your advanced knowledge of psychological concepts to coordinate mental health services, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support. We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, and are dedicated to promoting recovery and improved functioning for our clients.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing support and activities for clients, coordinating with other practitioners and agencies, and mentoring Community Support Specialist I staff. Your expertise will be essential in delivering high-quality mental health services and ensuring clients receive the support they need.

The Community Support Specialist II position offers…

Employee 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 environment.Use a supportive educational approach to promote improved functioning and encourage recovery.Establish and manage a caseload, coordinating with supervisory staff.Participate in staffing of clients to identify problems and establish treatment goals.Provide rapid aid in cases of emotional crisis and comprehensive follow-up to clients.Serve as backup for Community Support Specialists when necessary.Engage in committee work, team meetings, and resource share sessions.Provide mentorship and guidance to assigned Community Support Specialist I.Follow Operational Guidelines and professional code of ethics.Contribute to staff development activities and assist with management needs such as data collection and program evaluation.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

18 months of experience at the organization as a Community Support Specialist I is required.Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field of study; orBachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and two years of related work experience; orAny four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience; orAssociate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support will also fulfill educational requirements; orFour years of qualifying experience, which must include delivery of services to individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.

Additional Qualifications:

Valid Driver’s license in state of residency with an acceptable driving record is required.Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.Must have reliable means of transportation in order to transport clients in personal vehicle.Proof of valid and current auto insurance is required.

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 body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Brightli is on a Mission:
Join us in our mission to change and save lives. If you are passionate about making a difference and helping others, we encourage you to apply today!





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.