Youth Community Support Specialist

Job Title: Community Support Specialist Location: Kansas City, MO Department: Youth Recovery Services Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Youth Community Support Specialist, where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and their families. This role empowers clients to build strong foundations for long‑term wellbeing and independence through personalized support and community resources. You will provide community‑based mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults, utilizing evidence‑based techniques to create personalized treatment plans. You will collaborate with clients, families, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care and support. Benefits Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, and 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 Key Responsibilities Provide community‑based mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention implementation. Collaborate with clients, families, and stakeholders to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. Utilize a strengths‑based approach, incorporating evidence‑based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and CBT/DBT techniques. Coordinate care with other service providers, including primary care physicians and community organizations. Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions and progress. Participate in staff development activities to enhance knowledge and skills related to youth mental health services. Work collaboratively with team members to ensure effective coordination of care. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders involved in the client’s care. Prepare for and facilitate PSR group sessions as pertinent to client treatment plan goals. Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or other human services specialized field of study. Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field with two years of related work experience. Any four‑year combination of higher education and two years of related work experience. Associate’s of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support. Four years of qualifying experience in delivering services to individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. Additional Qualifications High school diploma with at least one year of experience in social services is required. A mental health professional as defined in the IL Administrative Code is strongly preferred. Skilled in case management and community support interventions. Adequate written skills to accurately complete required documentation within prescribed time frames. Physical Requirements ADR Consideration – Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Position Perks & Benefits Paid time off for full‑time employees. Health, dental, vision, retirement, life, and other benefits. Comprehensive initial and ongoing training. Career mobility and promotion opportunities. Supportive workplace culture valuing wellbeing and human dignity. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr BBH Burrell Behavioral Health