Community Support Specialist ITCD

Community Support Specialist ITCD Department: ITCD Treatment Employment Type: Full Time Location: Festus - Truman Boulevard Reporting To: Heather Borah Compensation: $26.04 - $27.31 / hour Description Empower Recovery in Every Dimension as a Community Support Specialist - ITCD Be part of a dynamic care team supporting adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. As a Community Support Specialist on the Integrated Treatment for Co-occurring Disorders (ITCD) team, you'll walk alongside clients in their recovery journey - connecting them to resources, building skills, and promoting whole-person wellness in real-life settings. About the ITCD Program: The Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders (ITCD) program provides specialized, person-centered care for individuals experiencing both mental health and substance use disorders. Through a holistic, team-based approach, the program focuses on treating the whole person - not just symptoms - by integrating behavioral health and addiction services into a unified treatment plan. This Is a Great Opportunity for Someone Who: Is passionate about recovery-oriented, client-driven work in community-based environments Wants to support individuals facing complex behavioral health and substance use challenges Values holistic, integrated care that focuses on strength, resilience, and long-term stability Key Responsibilities Delivering individualized, stage-matched support grounded in motivational and strength-based approaches Supporting clients in developing and achieving personalized recovery goals across all dimensions of wellness Coordinating services across mental health, physical health, and substance use treatment domains Providing skill-building in daily living, symptom management, housing, education, and employment Connecting clients to essential services including healthcare, benefits, and housing resources Assisting with crisis planning, discharge coordination, and collaboration with families and other systems Facilitating or co-facilitating group services such as early recovery, WRAP, and family support Collaborating closely with the ITCD team, including medical and clinical providers, to ensure integrated, high-quality care Providing transportation support and accompanying clients to appointments when needed Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise High School/GED required Associate's/Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed: o Qualified addiction professional; Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed: o 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 Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed: o Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience; Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed: o Four years of qualifying experience; or Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed: o 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: See the potential in every person and believe in recovery, no matter where someone starts Are confident navigating both behavioral health and substance use treatment systems Excel in flexible, community-based work that blends advocacy, coaching, and coordination Are motivated by making a tangible difference in clients' everyday lives Enjoy working as part of an integrated team that values collaboration and continuous learning #J-18808-Ljbffr Compass Health Network