Community Support Specialist
REDISCOVER
Summary
ReDiscover's Transitions Program provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for individuals with opioid use disorder, offering methadone and buprenorphine alongside counseling, group therapy, case management, and integrated mental health and nursing services. Community Support Specialists play a key role in supporting clients through their recovery journey by connecting them to resources, reinforcing treatment goals, and helping them build stability in their daily lives.
Job description
About the Transitions Program
ReDiscover's Transitions Program provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for individuals with opioid use disorder, offering methadone and buprenorphine alongside counseling, group therapy, case management, and integrated mental health and nursing services. Community Support Specialists play a key role in supporting clients through their recovery journey by connecting them to resources, reinforcing treatment goals, and helping them build stability in their daily lives.
What You'll Do
- Manage and actively engage a caseload of clients receiving treatment for substance use disorders through in-person and phone interactions.
- Support clients in progressing through recovery by reinforcing treatment goals, relapse prevention strategies, and overall stability.
- Build trust with hard-to-engage clients and promote consistent participation in treatment services, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
- Help reduce barriers to recovery by connecting clients to housing, employment, education, and other community supports.
- Coordinate care and provide transportation to treatment appointments, including MAT services, using your personal vehicle as outlined in client treatment plans.
- Document client progress, services, and interactions in the Carelogic electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including medical and clinical staff, to support continuity of care and positive treatment outcomes.
Schedule Requirements
- Transitions is an early start clinic, that is open Sunday – Friday to meet the needs of clients.
- This role can expect a regular schedule of 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Monday – Friday.
- The clinic opens on Sundays from 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM and all staff are expected to rotate a Sunday shift each month.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, or four (4) years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
- Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and a reliable, registered vehicle available for work use, including transporting clients
- Two (2)+ years of experience in a substance use, behavioral health, or related setting preferred
- Knowledge of community resources and health/social service systems in the Kansas City metro area preferred
- Strong ability to build relationships and engage clients in a recovery-oriented environment
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general computer skills
Benefits
- Professional development
- Training
Company overview
REDISCOVER is a mental health care organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and communities. Operating within the mental health services sector, the company focuses on delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions and support systems for those struggling with mental health challenges. While specific service details are limited, organizations like REDISCOVER typically offer a range of mental health services including individual counseling, group therapy, crisis intervention, and community outreach programs. The company's mission likely centers around helping individuals rediscover their mental well-being and achieve better psychological health outcomes. In the broader healthcare landscape, mental health service providers play a crucial role in addressing the growing need for accessible and effective mental health care, particularly as awareness and demand for these services continue to increase globally. REDISCOVER appears positioned within this important healthcare segment, contributing to the vital work of supporting mental wellness and recovery.