Community Support Specialist - Adult

About the role

Compass Health Network is hiring a full-time Community Support Specialist to partner with adults in their journey toward recovery and wellness. The role provides personalized, community-based support in clients' homes, offices and the wider community, helping them set and achieve recovery goals, develop daily living skills, access vital services and build supportive relationships within a collaborative care team. Regular driving and client transportation is part of service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Support clients in reaching their personal recovery and wellness goals
• Provide coaching and education on life skills, health and community resources
• Help clients access housing, healthcare, employment and other essential services
• Work closely with healthcare providers, families and community partners
• Assist with appointments and provide transportation as clinically needed
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a human services field preferred
• Qualify under one of the CSS options: addiction professional, accredited bachelor's in human services, four-year degree or combination of education and experience, four years of qualifying experience, or an Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support
• Qualifying experience must include service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders or developmental disabilities
• Valid driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage
• Experience working with adults or behavioral health populations, comfort travelling to homes and community locations, and excellent time management and writing skills