Community Behavioral Health Support

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Community Behavioral Health Support

Develop a career in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse field

Get prepared for employment in the mental health and substance abuse fields with the Associate in Applied Science in Community Behavioral Health Support (BHS). Through three practicum experiences and tailored instruction, students develop the skills they need to enter this challenging but rewarding field.

Missouri Behavioral Health Support Program logoThe BHS Program provides a pathway to entry-level positions as a community support specialist and care coordinator. Careers in this field focus on addressing mental health and substance use disorders for adults and children in office, residential, homes, schools, and communities.

Salary range in Missouri: $28,000 - $47,800

Salary range sources:
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/social-and-community-service-managers.htm; https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/missouri-community-support-specialist-salary-SRCH_IL.0,8_IS386_KO9,37.htm

Degree Requirements Catalog Listing

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