Posted Today
Community Support Specialist - Substance Use Recovery
Saint CharlesOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Provides holistic, community-based support to individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges, helping them achieve wellness and independence.
About this role
Support Recovery and Resilience as a Community Support Specialist
Full-time, benefit eligible position.
Be a part of a dynamic care team helping individuals in their recovery journey from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. As a Community Support Specialist (Internal Title: Community Support Specialist CSTAR), you’ll provide holistic, community-based services designed to empower clients to achieve their wellness and recovery goals. This full-time, Monday–Friday position offers the chance to make a lasting difference by supporting individuals in regaining stability and building independent, healthy lives.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about substance use recovery, enjoys hands-on client engagement, and thrives in a team-centered, mission-driven environment. If you're looking to work closely with clients while building practical skills in the behavioral health field, this role is a strong fit.
Full-time, benefit eligible position.
Be a part of a dynamic care team helping individuals in their recovery journey from substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. As a Community Support Specialist (Internal Title: Community Support Specialist CSTAR), you’ll provide holistic, community-based services designed to empower clients to achieve their wellness and recovery goals. This full-time, Monday–Friday position offers the chance to make a lasting difference by supporting individuals in regaining stability and building independent, healthy lives.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about substance use recovery, enjoys hands-on client engagement, and thrives in a team-centered, mission-driven environment. If you're looking to work closely with clients while building practical skills in the behavioral health field, this role is a strong fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized and group support focused on recovery, wellness, and daily living skills
- Provide services from a strengths-based, person-centered approach, integrating all dimensions of wellness
- Assist with accessing essential resources like housing, medical care, education, and recovery supports
- Support clients in developing and maintaining personal and community-based support systems
- Collaborate with care teams including clinicians, peer specialists, and healthcare providers
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation and complete required reporting
- Conduct outreach and re-engagement efforts when needed
- Collect and process urine drug screens
- Provide client transportation as clinically indicated
- Travel and driving are essential functions of this position
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
High School/GED required
Associate’s*/Bachelor’s/Master's degree in a human service-related field preferred
Associate’s*/Bachelor’s/Master's degree in a human service-related field preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
- Qualified addiction professional;
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited schools at http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation;
- Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
- Four years of qualifying experience; or
- Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.*
*Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
A valid driver's license and agency-established minimum automobile coverage required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Are committed to supporting recovery with empathy, respect, and consistency
- Feel confident working one-on-one with clients in homes, communities, and clinical settings
- Bring strong communication, follow-through, and problem-solving skills
- Value collaborative teamwork and care coordination
- Are comfortable navigating community resources and advocating on behalf of clients
- Can adapt your approach to meet the unique needs and goals of each person
- Are new to the human services field or bring prior experience — either way, you’re eager to learn and grow through our extensive training and support
Skills
Care CoordinationClient DocumentationClient TransportationCommunity Resource NavigationCo-occurring Mental HealthPeer SupportPerson-centered CareStrengths-based ApproachSubstance Use RecoveryUrine Drug Screen Collection
Explore related jobs
More jobs at Compass Health Network
- Customer Relations SpecialistOdessa - US Highway 40
- Crisis Clinician (As Needed/PRN)Wentzville - 1032 Crosswinds Court
- Cook's Assistant - SouthwestEl Dorado Springs - Southwest Psychiatric Facility
- Crisis Clinician - YouthSaint Peters - Mexico Court
- Community Support Specialist - Adapt - ResidentialSt. Louis - Chouteau Avenue
- Behavioral Technician (PRN/As-Needed)Clinton - Wesmor Street
Similar Care Coordination jobs
Jobs in Saint Charles
- LC-MS/MS Sr. ScientistEurofins · Saint Charles, MO
- LCMS ScientistEurofins · Saint Charles, MO
- Patient CoordinatorElite Dental Partners · Saint Charles, Missouri
- Nurse Practitioner - Saint Charles MOMrg Exams · Saint Charles, Missouri
- Client Relationship Consultant 2 (Banker) - Northwest St Louis, MO AreaU.S. Bank National Association · Saint Charles, Missouri
- Assistant Manager (01570) -2181 Droste RdDomino's · Saint Charles, MO
Browse these categories
Market data for this role
All reports →- SeriesRole reportsOne role family at a time: how many openings, what changed this week, who is hiring, what it pays.
- SeriesSalary reportsWhat employers publish in job postings, by level and workplace. Not self-reported pay.
- Market overviewState of tech hiring, September 2026: up 4.8%Tech hiring rose 4.8% month over month in September 2026, with 411,122 new listings. Customer support and account executive roles led the growth.