Community Support Specialist - Homeless Outreach - Westside Safe Haven

Thresholds • Chicago, IL

1d • $46,384 - $55,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Community Support Specialists (CSS) provide mental health and substance use treatment support in the community. The Westside Safe Haven (WSH) program is a 13-unit low-barrier housing program offering on-site clinical supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness with severe mental illness. This program utilizes a housing first, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach to meet immediate needs and assist individuals in working towards their goals. The role involves care planning, connecting clients with resources, navigating complex systems, and teaching daily living skills. The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, offering opportunities for training and professional development, including clinical supervision, in areas like harm reduction and trauma-informed care.

Requirements

• Effective communication and relationship-building
• Good writing skills
• Strong time management and organization
• 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
• Must obtain and maintain liability car insurance of: $100,000 per person bodily injury, $300,000 per accident, $100,000 property damage
• 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

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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay - Base Rate: $ 23.10 - $26.54 hourly / $46,384 - $55,200 annually
• Generous PTO
• Vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED