DescriptionCome be a part of a supportive team in helping children and their families living with mental health challenges. Effective April 1, 2025, new market wagesOur dedicated Community Support Specialists are changing the lives of children and their families every day. By making the decision to join our established teams - you will too!As a Community Support Specialist, you will provide services to clients and their families in their natural environments, such as home, school, or the community. These supportive services will assist clients with managing symptoms that impact functioning through targeted skill building. This is a part-time opportunity.RequirementsEducation:
- Associate's degree in Social Work, Rehabilitation, Psychology, Education, Criminal Justice, or related human services field with 2 years working with person(s) who have severe mental disability or understanding of mental illness acquired through provision of support to family members with mental illness.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Experience: Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate Required Skills:
- Excellent organizational and communications skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to learn necessary computer and technical skills essential to the position and Agency needs.
Preferred Skills:
- Knowledge of and experience with electronic medical record
- Prior experience in a community mental health environment