Community Support Specialist

Passion for mental health advocacy

Effective communication and relationship-building skills

Good writing skills

Strong time management and organization

To be at least 21 years old

A valid driver’s license, current car insurance, and daily access to your own car

Willingness to provide transportation to clients

SHIFT - Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

High school diploma or GED certificate and 5 years of supervised clinical experience

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and 2 years of supervised clinical experience

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Competitive Pay: Base Rate: $23.10- 25.10 per hour

Based upon education, experience, and licensure

$1000 salary increase for LSW or LPC licensure

$1000 salary increase for CRSS

Generous PTO

Dental insurance, vision insurance, 4 medical insurance plans

403(b) retirement plans with 3% employer match

Robust employee assistance program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month)

Public service loan forgiveness

Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)

Reimbursement for licensure and licensure renewal

Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to fostering an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission. Click here to learn more.

One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row.

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