Part-Time Community Support Specialist - Homeless Outreach Program

$44,720 - $52,998/Yr

The Thresholds - Chicago, IL

Part-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Community Support Specialist plays a crucial role in providing direct services to clients in a homeless outreach program. This part-time position involves individual and group counseling, vocational support, crisis intervention, and psycho-social rehabilitation. The specialist will work closely with clients to identify risk factors related to relapse and develop effective prevention strategies, ensuring a supportive environment for individuals in need.

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, and coping skills.
• Provides support to members with collateral social service agencies and the community.
• Documents services provided in an Electronic Health Record in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license and current car insurance with daily access to a car.
• Must obtain and maintain liability car insurance of: $100,000 per person bodily injury, $300,000 per accident, and $100,000 property damage.
• High school diploma or GED certificate with 5 years of supervised clinical experience, or a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field, or a Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field with 2 years of supervised clinical experience, or a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good writing skills.
• Strong time management and organization skills.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Loan forgiveness
• Mileage reimbursement