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Community Support Specialist - Adult

Compass Health Network
Compass Health Network Salary
Festus, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
To support the continued delivery of quality and compassionate care in our communities, we are offering a retention bonus of $1000.* Your commitment helps us meet critical service needs, and we’re excited to have you be a part of our mission!

Full-Time | Benefits Eligible

Help Others In Their Journey Toward Recovery And Wellness.

Join our team as a Community Support Specialist, where you’ll work directly with adults living with behavioral health and substance use challenges. In this role, you’ll provide personalized, community-based support — meeting clients where they are: in their homes, in the office, and out in the community.

You'll help individuals set and achieve recovery goals, develop daily living skills, access vital services, and build supportive relationships — all while working as part of a collaborative, integrated care team. This position requires regular driving and transportation of clients as part of service delivery.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about mental health, enjoys hands-on work in the community, and thrives on building relationships. If you're looking for purpose-driven work that directly impacts families, you’ll find it here.

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

Requirements

  • High School/GED required
  • Associate’s* or Bachelor’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:

  • Bring relevant experience working with adults or behavioral health populations
  • Are comfortable traveling to homes and community locations
  • Communicate with empathy, adapt easily, and enjoy being part of a collaborative care team
  • Possess excellent time management and writing skills
  • Enjoy meeting new people
  • New to the social services field and eager to learn

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