Job Description:

Job Title: Community Support Specialist

Location: Saint Louis, MO

Department: Adult Community Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Are you passionate about making a lasting impact in the lives of others? As a Community Support Specialist, you will have the opportunity to walk alongside individuals on their journey toward resilience, independence, and mental wellness. You’ll join a compassionate, collaborative team that is dedicated to empowering clients and families through meaningful relationships and evidence-based practices. If you're someone who is motivated, resourceful, and deeply committed to community care, this is the role for you.

In this position, you’ll work directly with individuals in the community, helping them navigate daily challenges and build the skills necessary for long-term stability. You will develop personalized treatment plans, implement behavioral strategies, and coordinate care with a variety of professionals. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to change lives and strengthen the wellbeing of your community.

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:
· Support individuals in their homes and communities, helping them build skills and achieve their goals
· Collaborate with clients, families, and care teams to create individualized, strengths-based treatment plans
· Deliver evidence-based interventions including Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and DBT techniques
· Facilitate or co-facilitate PSR group sessions aligned with client goals
· Coordinate care across multiple systems including primary care, psychiatry, schools, and community agencies
· Maintain detailed, timely documentation of client interactions and progress
· Engage in professional development and stay current on mental health best practices
· Participate in quality improvement initiatives through data collection and reporting
· Build trusting relationships with clients, families, and professionals to support effective care delivery
· Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
There are several ways in which you may qualify for this position including: Education, certification, or experience. Please scroll down carefully for more information:

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, 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 required.

OR....

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

Additional Qualifications:
· Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle
· Must be at least 23 years of age to operate a company-owned 15-passenger van
· Must have a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
· Must have reliable transportation to transport clients in a personal vehicle
· Adequate written skills to accurately complete documentation within required timeframes
· Skilled in case management and community-based support
· Ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
· Ability to multitask and coordinate services from a variety of community resources
· Ability to follow direction, accept supervision, and work independently
· Experience working with individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or developmental disabilities is preferred

Physical Requirements:
· Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently
· Repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements for typing and writing
· Sitting most of the time with occasional walking or standing

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 Employment Opportunity Employer.

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