The role
Empower Recovery in Every Dimension as a Community Support Specialist – ITCD
Be part of a dynamic care team supporting adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. As a Community Support Specialist on the Integrated Treatment for Co-occurring Disorders (ITCD) team, you’ll walk alongside clients in their recovery journey—connecting them to resources, building skills, and promoting whole-person wellness in real-life settings.
About the ITCD Program:
The Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders (ITCD) program provides specialized, person-centered care for individuals experiencing both mental health and substance use disorders. Through a holistic, team-based approach, the program focuses on treating the whole person—not just symptoms—by integrating behavioral health and addiction services into a unified treatment plan.
This Is a Great Opportunity for Someone Who:
- Is passionate about recovery-oriented, client-driven work in community-based environments
- Wants to support individuals facing complex behavioral health and substance use challenges
- Values holistic, integrated care that focuses on strength, resilience, and long-term stability
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering individualized, stage-matched support grounded in motivational and strength-based approaches
- Supporting clients in developing and achieving personalized recovery goals across all dimensions of wellness
- Coordinating services across mental health, physical health, and substance use treatment domains
- Providing skill-building in daily living, symptom management, housing, education, and employment
- Connecting clients to essential services including healthcare, benefits, and housing resources
- Assisting with crisis planning, discharge coordination, and collaboration with families and other systems
- Facilitating or co-facilitating group services such as early recovery, WRAP, and family support
- Collaborating closely with the ITCD team, including medical and clinical providers, to ensure integrated, high-quality care
- Providing transportation support and accompanying clients to appointments when needed
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
• High School/GED required
• Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
o Qualified addiction professional;
o 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;
o Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
o Four years of qualifying experience; or
o 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:
- See the potential in every person and believe in recovery, no matter where someone starts
- Are confident navigating both behavioral health and substance use treatment systems
- Excel in flexible, community-based work that blends advocacy, coaching, and coordination
- Are motivated by making a tangible difference in clients’ everyday lives
- Enjoy working as part of an integrated team that values collaboration and continuous learning