Community Support Specialist - Substance Use Recovery

Compass Health Network

Warrenton, Missouri

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25.54–$26.81 Per Hour
LOCATION
Warrenton, Missouri
POSTED
30+ days ago

Description


Support Recovery and Resilience as a Community Support Specialist

Be a part of a dynamic care team helping individuals in their recovery journey from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. As a Community Support Specialist (Internal Title: Community Support Specialist CSTAR), you’ll provide holistic, community-based services designed to empower clients to achieve their wellness goals. This full-time, Monday–Friday position offers the chance to make a lasting difference by supporting individuals in regaining stability and building independent, healthy lives.

This is a great opportunity for someone
who is passionate about substance use recovery, enjoys hands-on client engagement, and thrives in a team-centered, mission-driven environment. If you're looking to work closely with clients while building practical skills in the behavioral health field, this role is a strong fit.



Key Responsibilities


  • Deliver individualized and group support focused on recovery, wellness, and daily living skills
  • Provide services from a strengths-based, person-centered approach, integrating all dimensions of wellness
  • Assist with accessing essential resources like housing, medical care, education, and recovery supports
  • Support clients in developing and maintaining personal and community-based support systems
  • Collaborate with care teams including clinicians, peer specialists, and healthcare providers
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation and complete required reporting
  • Conduct outreach and re-engagement efforts when needed
  • Collect and process urine drug screens
  • Provide client transportation as clinically indicated
  • Travel and driving are essential functions of this position


Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


High School/GED required
 Associate’s*/Bachelor’s/Master's degree in a human service-related field preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
  • Qualified addiction professional;
  • Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited schools at http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation;
  • Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
  • Four years of qualifying experience; or
  • Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.*
     *Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
     A valid driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
  •  Are committed to supporting recovery with empathy, respect, and consistency
  •  Feel confident working one-on-one with clients in homes, communities, and clinical settings
  •  Bring strong communication, follow-through, and problem-solving skills
  •  Value collaborative teamwork and care coordination
  •  Are comfortable navigating community resources and advocating on behalf of clients
  •  Can adapt your approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each person
  •  Are new to the human services field or bring prior experience — either way, you’re eager to learn and grow through our extensive training and support 

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Compass Health Network