Community Support Specialist

Outpatient Mental Health Clinic

Full-Time, 1st Shift

Position provides case management to consumers within the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic and works as a vocational specialist to assist consumers in finding jobs within the community.

About UnityPoint Health - UnityPlace:

UnityPoint Health - UnityPlace is proud to offer the most comprehensive addiction and mental health services in the Peoria, Illinois region to you and your family. UnityPlace was formed by the joining of UnityPoint Health®, Human Service Center and Tazwood Center for Wellness in April of 2019. UnityPlace is a new non-profit organization dedicated to meeting the growing behavioral health care needs of the community. Our compassionate and committed treatment team is comprised of many experts from psychiatry and addiction medicine. 

Our goal is to deliver comprehensive behavioral healthcare to optimize the patient's well-being. It is our privilege to partner with our patients on their journey of healing. 

As a member of the UnityPlace Team, our team members are eligible for a benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Paid Time Off

Additional benefits are available, apply today to discuss our full benefits package!

The Community Support Specialist has the opportunity to assist individuals who have mental health concerns with improving overall wellness and independent living.  The CSS engages individuals in community based services to improve functioning and decrease symptoms.

• Provide individual and group services, primarily in a community setting
• Promote and teach independent living skills
• Assist individuals in obtaining benefits, accessing community resources
• Promote engagement in physical healthcare
• Provide services to improve coping skills, social skills, and relationships
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining employment
• Provide advocacy services
• Utilize own vehicle to transport clients 

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in human services field or related field with a minimum of two years’ behavioral health experience.

Five years’ experience in behavioral health in lieu of degree required.

License/Certification:

Valid Driver's License with good driving record