Residential Support Specialist- Part-time

Thresholds • Chicago, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you care deeply about social justice? Consider joining us by becoming a Residential Support Specialist, where you will help residents achieve their goals. Working at Thresholds means making a difference in someone’s life every day. For decades, Thresholds has provided mental health and substance use services in Chicago land and surrounding counties that give hope to those who need it most. Take advantage of our excellent training programs to learn the latest in evidence-based clinical practices. Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in how you accomplish your work. At Thresholds, one of Chicago’s award-winning best workplaces, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, opportunities for growth and continuing education, and clinical supervision for LCPC/LCSW licensure.

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Nice To Haves

• $1000 salary increase for LSW or LPC licensure
• $1000 salary increase for CRSS

Responsibilities

• Provides direct service to members in a residential setting, assesses service needs, and makes recommendations for treatment.
• Teaches members independent and community living skills, such as housekeeping, shopping, meal preparation, and personal hygiene as well as the development of functional, interpersonal, and coping skills.
• Responsible for creating a safe, clean, and inviting atmosphere for members.
• Keeps the residence neat and clean at all times.
• Advises supervisor, team leader, or other designee of any maintenance problems and issues.
• Supports and promotes member self-advocacy and participation in planning, decision-making, and treatment.
• Identifies risk factors related to relapse and develops relapse prevention plans and strategies.
• Monitors and documents self-administration of medication in keeping with Thresholds’ standards.
• Assures that all Thresholds records are organized.
• Follows all appropriate safeguards with regard to confidential files.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $22.50 - $24.42/ per hour - $46,880 - $50,800 Based upon education, experience, and licensure
• Paid time off available
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement if driving is required

What This Job Offers

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