Veterans Community Support Specialist — Impact & Growth

Thresholds; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Health and dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Zusammenfassung

Thresholds is seeking a Community Support Specialist to assist Veterans in their recovery, providing mental health and substance use support in the community. You will coordinate care, connect clients with resources, and help navigate complex systems to reduce barriers to care.

The role emphasizes transportation to appointments, collaboration with a caring team, and ongoing professional development in harm reduction and trauma-informed approaches. A community-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Effective communication and relationship-building
• 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

Kenntnisse

Effective communication

Relationship-building

Time management

Organization

Driver's license

Transportation to clients

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED + 5 years clinical experience

Bachelor’s in Psychology / Social Work / related field

Bachelor’s in unrelated field + 2 years clinical experience

Master’s in Psychology / Social Work / related field

Military service

Housing experience

Jobbeschreibung

Thresholds is seeking a Community Support Specialist to assist Veterans in their recovery, providing mental health and substance use support in the community. You will coordinate care, connect clients with resources, and help navigate complex systems to reduce barriers to care.

The role emphasizes transportation to appointments, collaboration with a caring team, and ongoing professional development in harm reduction and trauma-informed approaches. A community-focused mindset is essential.