Thresholds

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and reviews members’ care plans by identifying goals, objectives, and specific mental health services needed.. Teaches members independent and community living skills, such as housekeeping, meal preparation, coping skills, etc.. Provides support to members with collateral social service agencies and the community.. Deepen your knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and other clinical best practices through ongoing opportunities for training and professional development, including clinical supervision.. Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

community support specialist

Posting Details Posted: May 7, 2024 Part-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location HOP Chicago Safe Haven4940 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640, USA HOP Chicago Safe Haven4940 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60640, USA Job Details Description The Community Support Specialist provides direct service to clients through individual and group counseling/therapy, vocational support, crisis intervention, and psycho-social rehabilitation. They identify risk factors related to relapse and develop relapse prevention plans and strategies. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and reviews members’ care plans by identifying goals, objectives, and specific mental health services needed.Teaches members independent and community living skills, such as housekeeping, meal preparation, coping skills, etc.Provides support to members with collateral social service agencies and the community.Documents services provided in an Electronic Health Record in a timely manner. To succeed in this role, you need: Effective communication and relationship-buildingGood writing skillsStrong time management and organizationTo be at least 21 years oldA valid driver’s license, current car insurance, and daily access to your own carWillingness to provide transportation to clients Must obtain and maintain liability car insurance of:$100,000 per person bodily injury$300,000 per accident$100,000 property damage Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role: High school diploma or GED certificate and 5 years of supervised clinical experienceBachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related fieldBachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and 2 years of supervised clinical experienceMaster’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Saturday, Sunday, Monday - 8:30am-5:00pm (24 hours/week)What sets Thresholds apart: Competitive pay - Base Rate: $ 20.75-$ 24.57 per hour ($43,160 - $51,100 annually) Subject to increase based on education and experienceGenerous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)Dental insurance, vision insurance, 4 medical insurance plans403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match Robust employee assistance program (EAP)Mileage reimbursement Public service loan forgiveness Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC) Our culture is supportive, and you will collaborate with your team to coordinate client care and talk through challenges. Deepen your knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and other clinical best practices through ongoing opportunities for training and professional development, including clinical supervision. This is an invaluable experience to launch a variety of career paths and growth opportunities available within Thresholds.Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission. . Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s

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