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H-1B visa jobs for Community Support Specialists are available at nonprofits, healthcare systems, and social services organizations that structure the role around degree-level case management, behavioral health, or program coordination duties. Employers sponsor H-1B status for up to three years, with extensions to a six-year maximum, and must file a certified LCA for each worksite.
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Full-Time | Benefits Eligible
Help others in their journey toward recovery and wellness.
Join our team as a Community Support Specialist, partnering with adults to support behavioral health and substance use recovery goals. In this role, you’ll provide personalized, community-based support — meeting clients where they are: in their homes, in the office, and out in the community.
You'll help individuals set and achieve recovery goals, develop daily living skills, access vital services, and build supportive relationships — all while working as part of a collaborative, integrated care team. This position requires regular driving and transportation of clients as part of service delivery.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about mental health, enjoys hands-on work in the community, and thrives on building relationships. If you're looking for purpose-driven work that directly impacts families, you’ll find it here.
Key Responsibilities
- Support clients in reaching their personal recovery and wellness goals
- Provide coaching and education on life skills, health, and community resources
- Help clients access housing, healthcare, employment, and other essential services
- Work closely with healthcare providers, families, and community partners
- Assist with appointments and provide transportation as clinically needed
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation
Requirements
- High School/GED required
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
- Qualified addiction professional;
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited schools at http:/ope.ed.gov/accreditation;
- Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
- Four years of qualifying experience; or
- Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.
Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required.
You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Bring relevant experience working with adults or behavioral health populations
- Are comfortable traveling to homes and community locations
- Communicate with empathy, adapt easily, and enjoy being part of a collaborative care team
- Possess excellent time management and writing skills
- Enjoy meeting new people
- Are new to the social services field and eager to learn
About Compass Health Network
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve. Our network includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.
Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.
Why Join Us?
Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you’ll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We offer:
- Competitive Benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Personal and professional development
- Licensure supervision
- Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program with Xponential access
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility
Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.
Your Career, Your Impact
Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you’ll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact—every single day.
Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Statement
Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Description
Full-Time | Benefits Eligible
Help others in their journey toward recovery and wellness.
Join our team as a Community Support Specialist, partnering with adults to support behavioral health and substance use recovery goals. In this role, you’ll provide personalized, community-based support — meeting clients where they are: in their homes, in the office, and out in the community.
You'll help individuals set and achieve recovery goals, develop daily living skills, access vital services, and build supportive relationships — all while working as part of a collaborative, integrated care team. This position requires regular driving and transportation of clients as part of service delivery.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about mental health, enjoys hands-on work in the community, and thrives on building relationships. If you're looking for purpose-driven work that directly impacts families, you’ll find it here.
Key Responsibilities
- Support clients in reaching their personal recovery and wellness goals
- Provide coaching and education on life skills, health, and community resources
- Help clients access housing, healthcare, employment, and other essential services
- Work closely with healthcare providers, families, and community partners
- Assist with appointments and provide transportation as clinically needed
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation
Requirements
- High School/GED required
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed:
- Qualified addiction professional;
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited schools at http:/ope.ed.gov/accreditation;
- Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience;
- Four years of qualifying experience; or
- Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.
Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities. A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required.
You’ll Be a Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Bring relevant experience working with adults or behavioral health populations
- Are comfortable traveling to homes and community locations
- Communicate with empathy, adapt easily, and enjoy being part of a collaborative care team
- Possess excellent time management and writing skills
- Enjoy meeting new people
- Are new to the social services field and eager to learn
About Compass Health Network
Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve. Our network includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.
Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.
Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.
Why Join Us?
Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you’ll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We offer:
- Competitive Benefits
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Personal and professional development
- Licensure supervision
- Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program with Xponential access
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility
Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.
Your Career, Your Impact
Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you’ll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact—every single day.
Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Statement
Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Community Support Specialist
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Community Support Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, public health, or a directly related field. Pull your transcripts and document how your coursework maps to the specific duties in the job description before applying.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your worksite location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code and metropolitan area before you receive a written offer, so you're not caught off guard by wage-level adjustments late in the process.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified employer database
Target organizations with a documented history of H-1B filings in human services or behavioral health. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history by role and location, cutting out the guesswork of cold-applying to organizations that have never sponsored before.
Confirm LCA coverage for each worksite separately
If your role requires home visits, outreach programs, or assignments across multiple county offices, each distinct worksite address needs its own certified LCA. Raise this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before your start date to avoid compliance gaps once you're in the field.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
If USCIS questions whether your role is a specialty occupation, the O*NET occupation profile for Community Health Workers and Social and Human Service Assistants documents the degree-level knowledge domains the position draws on. Ask your employer to reference O*NET task descriptions in the I-129 support letter.
Account for cap selection timing in your job search
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently. If you're not currently in H-1B status or at a cap-exempt employer, build at least 12 to 18 months of runway into your job search so your employer can file during the next available registration period without rushing the process.
H-1B Visa Community Support Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Community Support Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer structures the position. When the role is built around degree-level duties such as clinical case management, behavioral health coordination, or program design, and the employer requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or public health, it can qualify. Roles where any background is accepted, or where the work is primarily clerical or paraprofessional, do not meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Community Support Specialists?
Hospitals and health systems, federally qualified health centers, nonprofit behavioral health agencies, and local government social services departments are the most active sponsors for this title. These organizations regularly file LCAs through DOL and have established immigration processes. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by role and location on Migrate Mate before you apply.
How long does H-1B status last for a Community Support Specialist?
USCIS grants H-1B status for up to three years on the initial petition. Your employer can file an extension for an additional three years, bringing the standard maximum to six years. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved immigrant visa petition and meet specific waiting-period thresholds under the AC21 rules.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a different program site or county office?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties requires a separate certified LCA from DOL before you begin working there. If your employer reassigns you to a new location not covered by your current LCA, they must file an amended I-129 petition with USCIS and obtain LCA certification for the new address. This applies even for temporary reassignments that exceed a short-term threshold.
Can a cap-exempt employer sponsor me as a Community Support Specialist?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations affiliated with a university, government research institutions, and certain nonprofits that conduct or support research can petition outside the annual H-1B cap. If you're employed at or through one of these entities in a qualifying capacity, your employer can file an H-1B petition at any time of year without waiting for cap registration. Confirm cap-exempt status with your employer's immigration counsel before relying on this path.