Community Support Specialist (CCSS)
Company: TeamBuilders Behavioral Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description TeamBuilders is a
community-based behavioral health organization with a vision to
provide unconditional care to adults, children and families.
TeamBuilders’ commitment also translates to its employees and their
families. TeamBuilders truly promotes work-life balance and
creativity. TeamBuilders encourages employees to pursue their
passions, participate in educational opportunities, and enjoy the
work they do. TeamBuilders offers supervision and training
opportunities to all its staff. TeamBuilders also sets high
expectations for achieving excellence in service to the community.
The pursuit of excellence is fundamental to employee success and
growth within the organization. The Community Support Specialist
(CSS) works as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing
Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS), Behavioral Respite
Care (RSP), and/or Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) services. The
CSS provides direct support, advocacy, and assistance to
individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges. Services are
provided to eligible recipients that meet New Mexico state criteria
for Severe Mental Illness (SMI), Serious Emotional Disturbance
(SED), and Co-occurring Disorder (COD). The CSS helps clients and
families achieve wellness, independence, and stability within their
community by connecting them to services, encouraging skill
development, and supporting their recovery goals. This role works
collaboratively with behavioral health professionals, families, and
other community resources and partners. General Responsibilities: ?
Knows, follows, and upholds TeamBuilders’ philosophy, policies &
procedures, and standards of conduct. ? Understands and complies
with all program service requirements and State regulations for
provision of care to children with SED, adults with SMI, and
individuals with COD including other chronic health conditions. ?
Forms a helping partnership with clients and collateral
practitioners including, but not limited to, educational
professionals, corrections personnel, child welfare workers, and
natural supports to accomplish service goals and objectives. ? Sets
and maintains boundaries to assure the safety and protection of the
client and to maintain a professional helping role. ? Documents
initial mental health or functional assessment identifying
strengths, needs, and barriers. Assessments are to be completed
within 72hrs of service rendering. ? Documents activities on
service activity note and completes within 24hrs of service
rendering. ? Documents and updates service plans and team meeting
forms as required. Service plans are to be completed within 72hrs
of service rendering. ? Immediately seeks program and/or clinical
supervision regarding incidents and fills out Incident Reports as
per Agency policy and submits documentation in a timely manner. ?
Attends and participates in weekly supervision meetings, staff
meetings, clinical seminars and training sessions, as assigned. ?
Responsible for initiation, completion, and updates or maintenance
of client documentation in accordance with agency and state/federal
applicable standards. ? Coordinates, facilitates, and participates
in team meetings to review client progress and needs. ?
Participates in clinical seminars, supervision, CQI meetings, and
training as assigned. ? Submits completed documentation in a timely
manner as directed for billing and CQI purposes. ? Performs
school-, home-, and community-based support services as needed or
directed. ? Seeks consultation and assistance when needed. ?
Additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must meet one
of the following minimum education and experience requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field plus 1 year of
experience working with SMI adults; or, Associate degree in a human
services related field plus 2 years of experience working with SMI
adults; or, High School Diploma or General Education Development
plus 3 years of experience working with SMI adults; or, Meets the
minimum requirements as a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) by the
State of New Mexico. Experience working with individuals impacted
by mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
Obtained a Criminal Records Clearance (local, state, and FBI).
Maintains certifications in First Aid and CPR. Maintains
certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). Demonstrated
skills in teaching the curriculum to consumer family members. Valid
driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto
insurance. Willingness and ability to travel throughout the service
area. TeamBuilders is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace
dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. We may use
artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring
process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or
assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do
not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately
made by humans. If you would like more information about how your
data is processed, please contact us.
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