Intake Specialist - Master's

at Thresholds in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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 - Base Rate: $55,400 annually
Subject to increase 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)
Mileage reimbursement
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 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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