Community Support Specialist - Housing First
Limitless Decatur, Decatur, Illinois, United States, 62523
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Community Support Specialist - Housing First Professional Decatur, IL, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 1421
Salary Range: $48,000.00 To $52,000.00 Annually
Community Support Specialist – Decatur, Illinois
High School or GED + 5 years’ experience: $23.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Bachelor’s Degree: $25.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Salary is based on education, experience, and licensure or certification
Schedule:
Full-Time | Every other Friday off (paid wellness day) | Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm
Looking for a career where your work truly matters? Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate professionals!
About Heritage Behavioral Health Center We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) located in Decatur, Illinois, dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care across a multi-county region. We recognize that every staff member influences client care—no matter their role.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Every other Friday off – paid wellness days
Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks
Loan forgiveness eligibility through NHSC
At Heritage, we invest in our team so they can invest in the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset.
Your Role: Community Support Specialist As a Community Support Specialist serving individuals in Macon County, you will provide community-based mental health services that help individuals build independence, enhance daily living skills, improve emotional wellness, and remain stable in their homes and communities.
You will play a key role in helping clients reduce hospitalizations, increase natural supports, navigate systems, and achieve their personal recovery goals. This is a highly rewarding, relationship-based position for someone who enjoys being out in the community and making a meaningful impact every day.
Core Responsibilities
Provide community-based skill-building and support services to adults with mental health or co-occurring needs.
Assist clients in developing skills related to daily living, symptom management, problem-solving, socialization, and emotional regulation.
Support clients in crisis prevention, early intervention, and consistent follow‑up to maintain stability.
Help individuals access community resources such as housing, benefits, education, employment, and medical care.
Collaborate with behavioral health providers, primary care, community agencies, and natural supports to ensure coordinated services.
Document services in accordance with agency and state requirements.
Promote client independence, empowerment, dignity, and recovery.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge
Basic understanding of mental health symptoms, recovery models, and trauma-informed care.
Familiarity with local social service systems and community resources.
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging a diverse population.
Ability to develop trust, build rapport, and maintain professional boundaries.
Effective organizational and time‑management skills in a fast‑paced environment.
Abilities
Work independently while remaining accountable to team goals.
Adapt to changing client needs, home environments, and schedules.
Use technology effectively for documentation and communication.
Demonstrate cultural humility and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent + 5 years of supervised mental health or social service experience
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field preferred
Minimum of 21 years of age
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
Heritage Also Offers:
Generous Time Off:
vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
Wellness Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness reimbursement, every other Friday off (paid)
Retirement:
401(k) and Roth options
Professional Growth:
tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
Loan Forgiveness:
Eligible through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a team that cares about your well-being as much as the individuals we serve!
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Community Support Specialist - Housing First Professional Decatur, IL, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 1421
Salary Range: $48,000.00 To $52,000.00 Annually
Community Support Specialist – Decatur, Illinois
High School or GED + 5 years’ experience: $23.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Bachelor’s Degree: $25.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Salary is based on education, experience, and licensure or certification
Schedule:
Full-Time | Every other Friday off (paid wellness day) | Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm
Looking for a career where your work truly matters? Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate professionals!
About Heritage Behavioral Health Center We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) located in Decatur, Illinois, dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care across a multi-county region. We recognize that every staff member influences client care—no matter their role.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Every other Friday off – paid wellness days
Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks
Loan forgiveness eligibility through NHSC
At Heritage, we invest in our team so they can invest in the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset.
Your Role: Community Support Specialist As a Community Support Specialist serving individuals in Macon County, you will provide community-based mental health services that help individuals build independence, enhance daily living skills, improve emotional wellness, and remain stable in their homes and communities.
You will play a key role in helping clients reduce hospitalizations, increase natural supports, navigate systems, and achieve their personal recovery goals. This is a highly rewarding, relationship-based position for someone who enjoys being out in the community and making a meaningful impact every day.
Core Responsibilities
Provide community-based skill-building and support services to adults with mental health or co-occurring needs.
Assist clients in developing skills related to daily living, symptom management, problem-solving, socialization, and emotional regulation.
Support clients in crisis prevention, early intervention, and consistent follow‑up to maintain stability.
Help individuals access community resources such as housing, benefits, education, employment, and medical care.
Collaborate with behavioral health providers, primary care, community agencies, and natural supports to ensure coordinated services.
Document services in accordance with agency and state requirements.
Promote client independence, empowerment, dignity, and recovery.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge
Basic understanding of mental health symptoms, recovery models, and trauma-informed care.
Familiarity with local social service systems and community resources.
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging a diverse population.
Ability to develop trust, build rapport, and maintain professional boundaries.
Effective organizational and time‑management skills in a fast‑paced environment.
Abilities
Work independently while remaining accountable to team goals.
Adapt to changing client needs, home environments, and schedules.
Use technology effectively for documentation and communication.
Demonstrate cultural humility and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent + 5 years of supervised mental health or social service experience
Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field preferred
Minimum of 21 years of age
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
Heritage Also Offers:
Generous Time Off:
vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
Wellness Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness reimbursement, every other Friday off (paid)
Retirement:
401(k) and Roth options
Professional Growth:
tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
Loan Forgiveness:
Eligible through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a team that cares about your well-being as much as the individuals we serve!
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