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.
About TeamBuilders
TeamBuilders is a community-focused behavioral health organization offering a wide range of services, including individual and family therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and specialized interactive modalities such as sandplay and art therapy. We also provide Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS), psychosocial rehabilitation, and supportive housing assistance.
We are committed to fostering work-life balance, creativity, and professional growth, and we offer extensive clinical supervision and training to support our staff’s success and development.
TeamBuilders Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Community Support Specialist (CSS) to join our team in Clayton, NM. In this role, you will provide direct, community-based support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, helping them build skills, access resources, and improve their overall quality of life.
This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a difference and enjoys working one-on-one with clients in a dynamic, community setting.
Provide individualized support services in home and community settings
Assist clients with developing daily living skills, coping strategies, and independence
Connect clients to community resources (housing, employment, healthcare, etc.)
Support treatment plan goals in collaboration with clinical team members
Provide crisis support and de-escalation when needed
Maintain accurate and timely documentation
Transport clients as needed to appointments or services
High school diploma or equivalent required (Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred)
Experience in behavioral health, social services, or a related field preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
Benefits
For eligible employees, TeamBuilders offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 75% employer contribution toward base plan elections
9 Paid Holidays
Sick Accrual
Vacation Accrual
Bereavement Leave
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Eligibility for Federal HRSA Public Service Loan Repayment Programs
*Benefits eligibility may vary based on full-time or part-time employment status.
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.
TeamBuilders Behavioral Health’s mission is to provide an array of innovative, responsive and client-centered services designed to empower our children, families, adults, and community. It does so with a vision of unconditional care. TeamBuilders’ approach with regard to access to care is based on system of care values. These values are rooted in community collaboration, individualized service planning and family centered programming. TeamBuilders is focused to provide habilitative services to those clients most vulnerable, at-risk and in need, in the least restrictive environment.
