Peer Engagement Specialist, Mobile Crisis Response
Thresholds is looking for an experienced and motivated Peer Engagement Specialist to join our Mobile Crisis Response team. The Peer Engagement Specialist will be an integral part of our team, providing a supportive and compassionate response to individuals in our community experiencing a mental health crisis.The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to providing quality support, and experience working with individuals in a crisis situation. The ability to problem solve and provide creative solutions is essential. This position requires a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.The mobile crisis response team is a collaborative and dynamic team that is dedicated to providing vital support to individuals in need of crisis response services. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we invite you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Provide supportive and compassionate response to individuals in the community experiencing a mental health crisis.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Provide quality support to individuals in need.
- Demonstrate experience working with individuals in a crisis situation.
- Problem solve and provide creative solutions.
- Utilize a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Serve as an integral part of the mobile crisis response team.
- Make a positive impact in the lives of those served.
Excellent Interpersonal And Communication Skills
Ability To Work Independently And As Part Of A Team
Outstanding Problem-Solving And Decision-Making Abilities
Knowledge Of Mental Health Issues And Crisis Intervention Techniques
Ability To Work Cooperatively And Collaboratively With Colleagues
Ability To Remain Calm And Professional In High-Pressure Situations
Proficiency In Using Technology To Access And Maintain Client Records
Valid Driver's License And Access To Reliable Transportation
Documentation
Communication
Teamwork
Collaboration
Empathy
Facilitation
Problem-Solving
Outreach
assessment
Conflict-Resolution
Client-Engagement
Crisis-Intervention
Active-Listening
Supportive-Listening
Consensus-Building
Communication
Leadership
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Organization
flexibility
collaboration
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Peer Engagement Specialist, Mobile Crisis Response in Chicago, IL, USA is $50,000 to $70,000 per year. This salary range may vary depending on the specific company, location, experience, and other factors.
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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.
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