Community Support Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCounty Road 479, Lafayette County, Mississippi, 38949, United States
About Communicare
Communicare is a community mental health center located in North Central Mississippi, serving Calhoun, Lafayette, Marshall, Panola, Tate, and Yalobusha counties. As the people who care, our mission is to provide specialized treatment services for adults with serious mental illness, children with serious emotional disturbances, individuals with substance abuse disorders, and those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
About the Role
As a Community Support Specialist, you will be a vital link in our continuum of care, providing case management and supportive services to clients with complex needs. This role exists to ensure that individuals in our community have access to the resources they need to thrive, from securing housing and medications to navigating the benefits system. You will take full ownership of your certification process and productivity goals, collaborating closely with the office manager and CSS Director to maintain high standards of care. Your day will involve conducting ongoing client assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating services across multiple agencies. You will provide supportive counseling to clients and their families, advocate for their needs, and conduct home visits as necessary. Additionally, you will play a key role in loss prevention by verifying active Medicaid and ensuring proper prior authorizations are in place before services are provided.
Our Culture and Benefits
We believe in supporting our team as much as our clients. Communicare offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time Community Support Specialists, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, critical illness coverage, and life/AD&D/long-term disability insurance. We also provide a retirement plan with 403-B matching, 11 holidays per year, and generous leave policies including annual, sick, professional development, jury, and military leave.
Application Instructions
To apply, please ensure you meet the required qualifications, including a Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field, and possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving record. We are committed to hiring individuals who can relate effectively to severely mentally ill individuals and maintain a Communicare-insurable driving record. Interested candidates should submit their application through our standard hiring channels.
Work location
Work model: On-site
County Road 479, Lafayette County, Mississippi, 38949, United States
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Case Management, Treatment Planning, Medication Management, Counseling, Advocacy, Family Counseling, Electronic Medical Record, Medicaid, Prior Authorization.
Education: Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Community Support Specialist at CommuniCare Health Services
What does a Community Support Specialist at CommuniCare Health Services do?expand_more
A Community Support Specialist at CommuniCare Health Services is responsible for the following: Provide case management services for clients meeting Community Support Services criteria; Provide supportive counseling to clients and their families as needed; Conduct home visits based on client level of need and provide advocacy services; and Deliver family counseling and education regarding mental illness.
What are the requirements for this Community Support Specialist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Community Support Specialist at CommuniCare Health Services position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field; Valid driver's license; Automobile insurance; Safe driving record; and Maintain Communicare insurable driving record.
Where is the Community Support Specialist role at CommuniCare Health Services located?expand_more
Community Support Specialist at CommuniCare Health Services is based in County Road 479, Lafayette County, Mississippi, 38949, United States. This is a on-site role.