Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist

Help people discover their strengths, achieve meaningful employment, and build a future filled with purpose. Schedule: Typically, Mon-Fri 8a-5p

The Employment Specialist provides individualized, community-based employment support to adults navigating behavioral health challenges. In this role, you'll partner with individuals to identify their strengths, explore career opportunities, and build the skills and confidence needed to obtain and maintain competitive employment—all while supporting their overall wellness and recovery journey.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is energized by working in the community, enjoys building relationships with employers and community partners, and is passionate about helping others achieve independence through meaningful work.

Key Responsibilities

• Spend the majority of time in the community developing employment opportunities and supporting individuals
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers, Vocational Rehabilitation, and community partners
• Provide individualized, strengths-based employment support using a motivational, stage-matched approach
• Assist individuals in identifying strengths, interests, and goals and incorporate them into Wellness/Treatment Plans
• Support job readiness through skill-building, coaching, and ongoing encouragement
• Help individuals access employment-related and supportive resources (housing, financial, healthcare, etc.)
• Collaborate with the integrated care team to ensure coordinated, whole-person support
• Monitor progress toward employment goals and adjust plans as needed
• Complete timely, accurate documentation and meet service expectations
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development

Education, 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:

• 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 ;
• 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.
• 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 passionate about helping people find purpose and independence through employment
• Naturally take a strengths-based, person-centered approach to your work
• Enjoy building relationships and networking within the community
• Thrive in a flexible, fast-paced, community-based role
• Communicate effectively with individuals, employers, and care teams
• Stay organized and can balance documentation with meaningful, in-person support

About Compass Health Network

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve. Our network includes

Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness. Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.

Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.

Why Join Us? Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you'll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We offer:

• Competitive Benefits
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Personal and professional development
• Licensure supervision
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program with Xponential access
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility*

*Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.

Your Career, Your Impact Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you'll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact—every single day.

Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you! Equal Opportunity Statement Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.