Community Support Specialist Veteran Focused

The ideal candidate values flexibility, collaboration, and hands-on engagement, and is committed to helping individuals strengthen skills, increase self-sufficiency, and achieve meaningful recovery goals.

Core Responsibilities

• Community-Based Service Delivery
• Provide individualized, person-centered services designed to improve independent functioning in the community.
• Deliver skill-building interventions in areas including:
• Medication management support
• Budgeting and financial literacy
• Household management and organization
• Meal planning and nutrition
• Transportation use and community navigation
• Healthcare coordination and appointment follow-through
• Development of social and communication skills
• Monitor mental health and substance use symptoms and support stabilization efforts.
• Assist individuals in accessing housing, employment, benefits, and community resources.
• Model healthy coping strategies, daily routines, and positive decision-making.
• Coordinate care alongside a multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Veteran-Informed Support (When Serving Veterans)
• Demonstrate understanding of military culture and the unique experiences of Veterans.
• Support Veterans in navigating VA services and community-based resources.
• Promote engagement in behavioral health and recovery services.
• Encourage self-advocacy, wellness planning, and resilience.
• Provide culturally responsive services that honor the Veteran’s lived experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with individuals with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses.
• Strong understanding of recovery-oriented and person-centered practices.
• Knowledge of community resources and social service systems.
• Ability to engage individuals in home and community settings.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to think clearly and respond appropriately in high-risk or emotional situations.
• Comfort navigating electronic health record systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with behavioral health challenges preferred.
• Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or willingness to obtain, if applicable.
• Veteran status required
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance required.

Heritage also offers the following with this position

• Generous
• Time
• Off: Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
• Wellness
• Benefits: Every other Friday off paid, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness reimbursement
• Insurance: Health, dental, vision, flex spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life insurance. Health insurance includes substantial agency contributions toward the cost.
• Retirement: 401k and Roth
• Professional
• Growth: Tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
• Loan
• Forgiveness: Eligible through the National Health Service Corp

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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