Social & Community ServicesResidential & Direct Support
About the job
Requirements
An Associate’s degree in Psychology or a related field is required.
At least 2 years of experience in human services or the behavioral health field is required.
Knowledge of mental health conditions and recovery-oriented practices is required.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and client-engagement skills are required.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment is required.
Strong organizational and time-management skills are required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems is required.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professional boundaries is required.
Responsibilities
Provide direct, community-based support services to individuals in their homes and community settings.
Engage clients using evidence-based interventions such as Motivational Interviewing.
Maintain a caseload and meet productivity expectations for direct client service hours.
Conduct outreach to re-engage clients who have disengaged from treatment.
Complete accurate and timely documentation for all services and outreach activities.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated, client-centered care.
Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing training activities.
Maintain schedules and document services in the Electronic Medical Record.
Support clients in building life skills, accessing resources, and achieving recovery goals.
Complete mileage and expense reporting in a timely manner.
Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Description
Full-Time | Nashua, NH
Greater Nashua Mental Health is seeking a Community Support Specialist to provide community-based support to individuals working toward recovery from mental health and co-occurring conditions. This role focuses on building engagement, supporting independence, and helping clients improve functioning within their natural environments through individualized, strengths-based interventions.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct, community-based support services to individuals in their homes and community settings.
Engage clients using evidence-based interventions such as Motivational Interviewing.
Maintain a caseload and meet productivity expectations for direct client service hours.
Conduct outreach to re-engage clients who have disengaged from treatment.
Complete accurate and timely documentation for all services and outreach activities.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated, client-centered care.
Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing training activities.
Maintain schedules and document services in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Support clients in building life skills, accessing resources, and achieving recovery goals.
Complete mileage and expense reporting in a timely manner.
Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Psychology or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2+ years of experience in human services or behavioral health field.
Knowledge of mental health conditions and recovery-oriented practices.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and engagement skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professional boundaries.
Why Work for Us
We are looking for compassionate and motivated individuals who are passionate about supporting recovery and independence. Greater Nashua Mental Health offers a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits including:
Choice of 2 health insurance plans
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Health Plan Opt Out Benefit
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Group Life and AD&D Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Accident & Critical Illness Insurances
403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match
Employee Assistance Plan
Generous Earned Time Off
Paid Extended Sick Time
10 Paid Holidays + your birthday!
Bereavement Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program
Salary Range: $19.35/hr – $25.59/hr
Greater Nashua Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.