Residential Support Specialist - Substitute

at Thresholds in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Residential Support Specialists work one-on-one and in groups with clients experiencing mental health challenges. Within the residential setting you will assist the clients as they learn and practice the skills for independent living. During an average day, you may help residents prepare meals, practice housekeeping skills, and work on interpersonal and coping skills.
Not only do you help clients develop key independent living skills, you will see their progress and document their experiences, success with medication management, and recovery process.
To succeed in this role, you need:
Passion for mental health advocacy
Effective communication and relationship-building skills
Compassion and respect while working in someone's home
Good writing skills and attention to detail
On-Call for multiple sites
To be eligible for this role you need:
To be at least 21 years old
A High School diploma or GED certificate
To be eligible for this role you need:
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
What sets Thresholds apart:
Competitive pay - Base rate: $21.50 per hour
Subject to increase based on education and experience
Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 2 personal days, and 15 vacation days)
Dental insurance, vision insurance,choice of 4 medical insurance plans
403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement(if applicable)
Public service loan forgiveness
Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)
Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). 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.

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