Community Support Specialist - Military Services

Job Title : Community Support Specialist - Military Services Location : Springfield, Missouri Job Summary : Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Community Support Specialist, where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in the Military Services program. You will empower clients and their families to build strong foundations for long-term wellbeing and independence. This role offers the opportunity to utilize evidence-based techniques and collaborate with other professionals to provide comprehensive mental health services. We are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, skilled in problem-solving, and passionate about helping others thrive in their communities. This position offers…

• Employee Assistance Program – 24 / 7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional 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 that address the client's specific needs and goals.
• Utilize a strengths-based approach that emphasizes empowerment, skill-building, and resilience, incorporating evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Positive Reinforcement Techniques, Trauma-Informed Strategies, and skills based in CBT and DBT approaches.
• Provide behavioral interventions, including motivational interviewing, operant conditioning, interpersonal and group dynamics, cognitive processing, and other evidence-based interventions.
• Coordinate care with other service providers, including primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions, treatments, and progress, in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff development activities, including training and education programs, to enhance knowledge and skills related to youth mental health services.
• Contribute to the organization's quality improvement initiatives, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the team, including case managers, therapists, and support staff, to ensure effective coordination of care and support for clients.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including parents, teachers, counselors, and other professionals involved in the client's care.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or as deemed necessary by the department.
• Provide direct support and case management to clients within the Military Services program.
• Assist ACPR clients during the initial phase of employment until a full Military Services caseload is established. Education, Experience, and / or Credential Qualifications :
• An individual with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field of study; or
• An individual with a Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field and two years of related work experience; or
• Any four-year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience; or
• An Associate's of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support will also fulfill educational requirements; or
• An individual with four years of qualifying experience
• Qualifying experience must include delivery of services to individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. Experience must include some combination of the following :
• Providing one-on-one or group services with a rehabilitation / habilitation and recovery / resiliency focus;
• Teaching and modeling for individuals how to cope and manage psychiatric, developmental, or substance use disorder issues while encouraging the use of natural resources;
• Supporting individuals in their efforts to find and maintain employment and / or to function appropriately in family, school, and community settings;
• Assisting individuals to achieve the goals and objectives in their individual treatment plan. Additional Qualifications :
• High school diploma with at least one year of experience in social services is required (RSA designation according to IL Administrative Code Part 132 Section 132.25).
• A mental health professional as defined in the IL Administrative Code Part 132 Section 132.25 is strongly preferred :
• A bachelor's degree in counseling and guidance, rehabilitation counseling, social work, education, vocational counseling, psychology, pastoral counseling, family therapy, or a related Employee benefits package : full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

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