Intake Specialist - Master's

Thresholds; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Medical insurance plans

403(b) retirement plan

EAP

Cell phone reimbursement

Public service loan forgiveness

Supervision for clinical licensure

Job summary

Thresholds is seeking an Intake Specialist to be the first connection in a client’s journey to mental health recovery in Chicago. You will perform assessments (IM+CANS) and formulate a service plan, meeting in diverse settings around Chicago, including hospitals, nursing homes, rehab facilities, or community spaces. The role offers training, supervision, and growth opportunities within Thresholds.

Qualifications

• Passion for mental health advocacy.
• Excellent clinical writing skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license with car insurance and daily access to own car.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments with individuals seeking mental health services.
• Meet with clients, families, and providers in community settings across Chicago.
• Develop IM+CANS and comprehensive service plans.
• Coordinate transitions to ongoing care with clinical programs.

Skills

Mental health advocacy

Effective communication

Clinical writing

Time management

Driver's license

Car insurance

Own car access

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or closely related field

Job description

Lakeview Health Center
2847 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Description

Do you want to apply your clinical skills to make an immediate impact in someone’s life? Be the first connection in a Thresholds client’s journey to mental health recovery as an Intake Specialist.

You will complete assessments with individuals interested in mental health services at Thresholds, meeting with clients, families, and providers in a variety of community-based settings throughout Chicago, including hospitals, nursing homes, specialized mental health rehabilitation facilities, or even a coffee shop. Each week, you will build rapport with new people, forming a short-term yet impactful relationship as you complete the IM+CANS and comprehensive service plan. While much of this role is autonomous, you will also work closely with a variety of Thresholds teams. Within the Intake team, you will collaborate with your colleagues and supervisor to determine the diagnostic impression and appropriate level of care for each individual. Additionally, you will partner with clinical programs to coordinate the transition of the client to the team’s ongoing care.

Enjoy great work/life balance and a supportive culture that provides 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 strengthen your clinical writing skills and 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
• Excellent clinical 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

Education required for this role:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or closely related field

What sets Thresholds apart:

• Competitive pay - Salary Range: $59,100 - $62,100 annually
  • Based on experience and licensure
• 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 fostering an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission.

One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row.

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