Residential Support Specialist

Thresholds; Irwin (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with 3% match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Thresholds is a Chicago-area nonprofit providing mental health services. We are seeking a Residential Support Specialist to help residents achieve their goals in a supportive, evidence-based setting.

You will provide direct service, teach daily living skills, monitor medications, and participate in a collaborative treatment approach. The role offers weekend shifts, competitive pay ($23.10-$25.10/hour) and generous benefits, with supervision available for licensure and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• SHIFT: Saturdays and Sundays 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct service to members in a residential setting, assesses service needs, and makes recommendations for treatment.
• Teaches members independent 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.

Skills

Mental health advocacy

Communication skills

Writing skills

Time management

Age 21+

Driver's license & car

Transportation to clients

Weekend shift

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work

Bachelor's in unrelated field + 2 years supervised clinical experience

Master's degree in Psychology or Social Work

Job description

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & 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.

To succeed in this role, you need:

• 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
• SHIFT: SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS 12:00 PM - 8:30 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: $23.10 - $25.10/ per hour - $48,048 - $52,200

• Based upon education, experience, and licensure
• $1000 salary increase for LSW or LPC licensure
• $1000 salary increase for CRSS
• Paid time off available
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement if driving is required

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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