Community Support Specialist - South Suburbs

Join our team at Thresholds as a Community Support Specialist for the South Suburbs! We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to provide support and guidance to individuals with mental illnesses in the south suburban community. As a Community Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in helping our clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and have experience working with individuals with mental illnesses, we encourage you to apply.

1. Provide direct support and guidance to individuals with mental illnesses in the south suburban community.
2. Help clients set and achieve goals related to their mental health and overall well-being.
3. Develop individualized treatment plans and interventions based on clients' needs and goals.
4. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for clients.
5. Conduct regular assessments to monitor clients' progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
6. Offer crisis intervention and support to clients in times of need.
7. Advocate for clients' rights and needs within the community and with external service providers.
8. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress and services provided.
9. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, their families, and other stakeholders.
10. Stay informed about current mental health research and best practices to enhance the quality of services provided.
11. Participate in team meetings, trainings, and supervision to ensure continuous professional development.
12. Adhere to ethical and legal standards, including maintaining confidentiality and respecting clients' autonomy.
13. Promote a positive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and cultural sensitivity.
14. Represent the organization in a professional manner and uphold its mission and values.
15. Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of services and provide feedback for improvement.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Community Support Specialist - South Suburbs in Blue Island, IL, USA is $40,000-$50,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and specific job duties.

Established in 1959, Thresholds provides healthcare, housing, and hope for thousands of persons with mental illnesses in Illinois each year. Through care, employment, advocacy, and housing, Thresholds assists and inspires people with mental illnesses to reclaim their lives. Thresholds is one of the oldest and largest providers of recovery services for persons with mental illnesses in Illinois. We reject the notion that anyone is a lost cause, utilizing evidence-based practices and a wide range of supports to treat the whole person, rather than just the disease.