Community Support Specialist Residential 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)

Do you enjoy getting to know someone and coaching them towards achieving their goals related to work, relationships, and independent living? You could make a difference in someone’s life every day as a Residential Support Specialist.

Residential Support Specialists work one-on-one and in groups with clients experiencing mental health challenges. Within the residential setting you will assist the clients as they learn and practice the skills for independent living. During an average day, you may help residents prepare meals, practice housekeeping skills, and work on interpersonal and coping skills. Not only do you help clients develop key independent living skills, you will see their progress and document their experiences, success with medication management, and recovery process.

The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best client care. Opportunities for training and professional development, including clinical supervision, will deepen your knowledge and expand your clinical skills in harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and other evidence-based practices. This invaluable experience will set you up for a variety of career paths and growth opportunities within our organization.

To succeed in this role, you need:

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

Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role:

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

What sets Thresholds apart: 

Competitive Pay - $22.50 - $24.42/hour / $46,800 - $50,800 annually
Good Faith Range
Based upon education, experience, and licensure
Clinical Roles – list below
$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.