Community Support Specialist - ITCD (Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment)

Job Title: Community Support Specialist (Co-Occurring Disorders) 

Location: Springfield, Missouri 

Department: Adult Community Services 

Employment Type: Full-Time 

Job Summary: 
Join our dedicated team in Springfield, Missouri, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and their families affected by co-occurring disorders. As a Community Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing mentorship, guidance, and hope to those on their path to recovery. 

Working on the ITCD (Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders) team, you will leverage your experience with substance use recovery to offer support and activities through a comprehensive treatment plan. This plan is designed to facilitate an individual’s immediate and ongoing adjustment to community living, ensuring they feel empowered as they navigate their journey. 

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 support and activities to clients through an organized treatment plan designed to ease their transition into community living. 
• Utilize a supportive, educational approach to promote improved functioning and encourage recovery and resilience. 
• Coordinate comprehensive follow-ups for clients, including outreach and engagement as needed. 
• Employ advanced knowledge of psychological concepts, evidence-based interventions, and coordinate mental health services with community partners. 
• Use specialized knowledge of behavioral science principles, such as motivational interviewing, reinforcement, operant conditioning, and cognitive processing. 
• Spend time in the community, visiting clients in their homes, clinics, and other locations. 

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 
There are several ways in which you may qualify for this position including: 
Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: 
• Psychology 
• Social Work 
• Sociology 
• Education 
• Criminal Justice 
• Family Studies 
• Counseling 
• Recreational Therapy 
• Human Services 
• Human Development & Family Studies 
• Child Development 
• Gerontology 
• Behavioral Science 
• Rehabilitation Counseling 

OR... 
• Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree from an approved institution 

OR.... 
• Work experience in a related human services field may substitute for educational requirements. *Related fields may include direct support such as case management, residential support, developmentally disabled support, vocational rehabilitation, and more. Four years of qualifying experience minimum or a combination of education and experience equaling four years . 

OR.... 
• Qualified Addictions Professional (QAP) - CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, CCJP, RADC-P, RADC, CCDP, CCDP-D 

Additional Qualifications: 
• Must be at least 21 years old. 
• Reliable vehicle and acceptable recent driving record. 

Keywords: Community Support, Social Work, Mental Health, Counseling, Case Management, Community Outreach, Advocacy, Support Services, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Health, Human Services, Public Health, Nonprofit, Collaboration, Partnership Building, Networking, Cultural Competency