Job One·Independence, Missouri
Provide administrative support for the Community-Based Day Services team, including managing DMH billing, participant authorizations, and compliance documentation. Facilitate communication between internal departments and external partners while ensuring high-quality service delivery for individuals with developmental disabilities.
At Job One, we believe everyone deserves opportunities to thrive, contribute, and live meaningful lives. We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and compassionate Administrative Specialist to support our Community-Based Day Services (CBDS) team.
In this role, you will be the administrative backbone of the department, helping ensure smooth operations, accurate documentation, effective communication, and quality service delivery for individuals with developmental disabilities. If you enjoy coordinating details, solving problems, supporting a mission-driven team, and making a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.
This position works primarily in an office setting and at Job One program locations. Daily activities include computer work, communication with team members and community partners, record keeping, and occasional travel to support program operations.
Why join job one?
At Job One, your work has purpose. Every day, you'll contribute to programs that empower individuals with developmental disabilities to build skills, achieve goals, and participate fully in their communities. You'll join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, professional growth, and service excellence.
Job One is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including individuals of all races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, national origins, ages, disabilities, and veteran statuses.
Ready to make a difference while putting your administrative expertise to work? Apply today and help support meaningful opportunities for the individuals we serve.
Requires a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor's degree preferred and experience in administrative procedures or community-based services. Must possess or obtain a Class E Chauffeur's License and certifications in First Aid/CPR, Mental Health First Aid, and Gentle Teaching.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.
