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TeamBuilders Behavioral Health, LLC

Community Support Specialist

TeamBuilders Behavioral Health, LLC, Clayton, New Mexico, United States, 88415

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The Community Support Specialist (CSS) works as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS), Behavioral Respite Care (RSP), and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services. CSS provides direct support, advocacy, and assistance to individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges.

Pay Range $16.00/hr – $20.00/hr. Actual pay is based on skills and experience.

Responsibilities

Knows, follows, and upholds TeamBuilders’ philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.

Understands and complies with all program service requirements and state regulations for provision of care to children with SED, adults with SMI, and individuals with COD including other chronic health conditions.

Forms a helping partnership with clients, collateral practitioners, and community resources.

Sets and maintains boundaries to assure the safety and protection of the client.

Documents initial mental health or functional assessment identifying strengths, needs, and barriers within 72 hrs of service rendering.

Documents activity notes and completes them within 24 hrs of service rendering.

Updates service plans and team meeting forms within 72 hrs of service rendering.

Immediately seeks program and/or clinical supervision regarding incidents and reports per agency policy.

Attends and participates in weekly supervision meetings, staff meetings, clinical seminars, CQI meetings, and training sessions as assigned.

Coordinates and facilitates team meetings to review client progress and needs.

Performs school, home, and community-based support services as needed or directed.

Seeks consultation and assistance when needed.

Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Must meet one of the following minimum education and experience requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field plus 1 year of experience working with SMI adults.

Associate degree in a human services related field plus 2 years of experience working with SMI adults.

High School Diploma or GED plus 3 years of experience working with SMI adults.

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) by the State of New Mexico.

Experience working with individuals impacted by mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.

Obtained a Criminal Records Clearance (local, state, and FBI).

Maintains certifications in First Aid and CPR.

Maintains certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

Demonstrated skills in teaching the curriculum to consumer family members.

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

Willingness and ability to travel throughout the service area.

TeamBuilders is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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