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Community Support Specialist

Start Corporation·Baton Rouge, Louisiana

$19 - $19/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 28 days ago
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Community Support Specialist · $19 - $19/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -54% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Baton Rouge, Louisiana ($41.50/hr)
  • 63 similar openings in the Baton Rouge area · median $37.75/hr
$13.00/hr · p10p90 · $65.00/hr
this role: $19.23/hrmedian $41.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in Baton Rouge, Louisiana rates. This role sits in the 15th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 54% below the Baton Rouge, Louisiana median for behavioral health roles.

The Community Support Specialist provides case management and supportive services to help clients achieve housing stability and mental health goals. Responsibilities include developing service plans, teaching life skills, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

About Start Corporation Start Corporation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1984. Our Mission is to promote opportunities, which enhance the self-sufficiency of people to empower them to live and function independently.

Job Description

If you’re passionate about advancing Start’s mission to create opportunities that strengthen self-sufficiency and empower individuals to live independently, this role offers a meaningful way to make an impact. You’ll work directly with individuals and families to support their mental health and housing stability, helping them build a stronger foundation for the future. Start is a dynamic environment where you can grow professionally while contributing to innovative, community-focused work.

Minimum Requirements Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Criminal Justice Be over 18 years of age Possess a valid driver's license

Core Competencies Communicates respectfully and effectively and establishes professional relationships through active listening and demonstration of empathy and positive regard.

Promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice for participants.

Assists clients in identifying strengths, needs, and realistic goals to develop a service plan.

Accurately identifies risk and responds appropriately.

Effectively teaches social skills and household management skills.

Demonstrates knowledge of behavioral health symptoms, interventions, and impact.

Maintains professional boundaries and operates within agency I ethical guidelines.

Knowledge of agency and community resources and referral processes.

Job Duties/Skills Required Provides case management and supportive services (social skills, life skills, acquisition of benefits, community resource utilization, job search and placement, coping skills, money management) for clients and arranges for the provision of services from community resources based on the case plan.

Participates in setting case plan goals/objectives.

Completes case plans with clients.

Completes case logs and required documentation on all client services including data entry into required data systems.

Ensures that clinical documentation and client files meet all applicable standards.

Benefits

include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; disability and life insurance; paid time off; 13 paid holidays per year for regular full-time employees; and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Sociology, Psychology, or Social Work. Additionally, applicants must be over 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Empathy
  • Life skills training
  • Active listening
  • Professional boundaries
  • Data entry
  • Risk assessment
  • Case management
  • Money management
  • Clinical documentation
  • Coping skills
  • Behavioral health interventions
  • Social skills training
  • Job search assistance
  • Community resource utilization

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $19/hr
Location
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Posted
Aug 12, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Start Corporation

Start Corporation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1984. Our Mission is to promote opportunities, which enhance the self-sufficiency of people to empower them to live and function independently. We offer Primary Care, Behavioral Health, Community Based Services,...

IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Behavioral health roles in Louisiana

Behavioral-health roles in Louisiana are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support individuals with serious mental illness in community and outpatient settings. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for active Louisiana licensure, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid holidays, sick leave, and an employee assistance program may help offset the workload. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and driver’s license are current, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.

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