Team Leader, Community Mental Health

Thresholds; Winnetka (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

Cell phone reimbursement

Licensure supervision

Professional licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Thresholds is seeking a Team Leader in Illinois to supervise a small team of Community Support Specialists, share case management, and drive client care while maintaining direct service. You will mentor staff, coordinate care, and model best practices in harm reduction and trauma-informed care.

You will participate in regular supervision, training opportunities, and leadership development, while ensuring the team meets billing targets and collaborates effectively with clients and agencies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.
• Licensed clinician (LSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC, LCP) preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a dynamic team of 3-6 CSS, sharing case management duties.
• Provide direct service while guiding and mentoring the CSS team.
• Lead team meetings, give feedback, and coach for billing targets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Case management

Teaching

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology/Social Work/related field

Licensed clinician preferred

Supervisory experience preferred

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? As a Team Leader, you will supervise a dynamic team of 3-6 Community Support Specialists (CSS) as they provide mental health services in the community. This includes sharing case management duties within the team and leading by example while working directly with clients, providing guidance, and growing the clinical skills of your CSS team.

Team Leaders hold a unique position within Thresholds: they provide direct service while keeping an eye on the overarching goals of the program. You and your team 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. You will collaborate with clients to create plans for symptom management and teach coping skills that support clients in reclaiming their lives.

Our culture is supportive, and the Team Leaders are key to setting the tone. During regular team meetings and supervision, you will engage and motivate your staff, provide direct feedback, coach staff to meet billing targets, drive collaboration on client care, and help staff work through challenges. You will also manage and participate in a rotating on-call schedule to respond to clients' needs. Share your knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practices and receive ongoing opportunities for training, clinical supervision, and leadership development.

To succeed in this role, you need:

• Passion for mental health advocacy
• Strong communication and teaching skills
• Adaptability to staff and client needs
• Superb time management and organizational skills
• A valid driver's license, current car insurance, and a car for daily use
• Willingness to provide transportation to clients.

Education and experience:

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.
• Licensed clinician (LSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC, LCP) preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

What sets Thresholds apart:

• Competitive pay - $65,900 - $73,400 annually
• Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)
• Dental insurance, vision insurance,4 medical insurance plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Public service loan forgiveness
• Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month)
• 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.

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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