Community Support Specialist - Part-time Weekends

Thresholds; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

EAP

Cell phone reimbursement

Public service loan forgiveness

Licensure supervision

Job summary

Thresholds is seeking a part-time Community Support Specialist to deliver mental health and substance use services in clients’ communities. You’ll participate in care planning, remove barriers to care, and support growth and recovery on a flexible weekend schedule.

We offer clinical supervision, training opportunities, and a range of benefits as part of a mission-driven organization focused on DEI values and impactful client care in the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5 years of supervised clinical experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Bachelor’s in an unrelated field plus 2 years of supervised clinical experience.
• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and substance use treatment support in clients' environments.
• Assist with care planning and connecting clients to resources.
• Drive clients to appointments, offices, and daily activities as needed.

Skills

Passion for mental health advocacy

Effective communication

Time management

21+ years old

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Social Work

Bachelor’s degree in unrelated field + 2 years supervised clinical experience

Master’s degree in Psychology or Social Work

Job description

Job Category: Staff

Requisition Number: COMMU008487

• Posted : August 14, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Chicago Heights
619 W 15th St
Chicago Heights, IL 604113817, USA

Description

At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where they’re at – in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Community Support Specialists (CSS) provide mental health and substance use treatment support where it makes the most impact – in a person’s community.

Working as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning opportunity. Through care planning, you will be an integral part of a client’s growth and recovery. You will remove barriers to mental healthcare through case management: connecting our clients with resources and helping them navigate complex systems. You will help clients strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to doctors’ appointments, to benefits offices, or to the grocery store. Each day will be a little bit different, requiring you to adapt to your client’s schedule, needs, and treatment plan.

The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best client care. Opportunities for training and professional development, including clinical supervision, will deepen your knowledge and expand your clinical skills in harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and other evidence-based practices. This invaluable experience will set you up for a variety of career paths and growth opportunities within our organization.

To succeed in this role, you need:

• Passion for mental health advocacy
• Effective communication and relationship-building 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
• SHIFT: Saturdays and Sundays (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)

Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role:

• 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

What sets Thresholds apart:

• Competitive pay - Base Rate: $23.10 - $25.10 per hour / $48,048 - $52,200 annually
  • Commensurate with education and experience
• Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)
• Dental insurance, vision insurance,choice of 4 medical insurance plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
• Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month)
• Public service loan forgiveness
• Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)
• Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal

Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission. Click here to learn more.

As a leader in mental health and substance use services, we pride ourselves in being recognized as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, in the category of companies with more than 1,000 employees.

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