Community Support Specialist - North Side Chicago
ThresholdsChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted December 30, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
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.
Job Description
Community Support Specialists provide mental health and substance use treatment support in clients' communities, removing barriers to care and connecting clients with resources. The role requires effective communication, strong time management, and a valid driver's license.
Requirements
- Effective communication and relationship-building
- Good writing skills
- Strong time management and organization
- Valid driver's license, current car insurance, and daily access to own car
- Willingness to provide transportation to clients
Benefits
- Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)
- 4 medical insurance plans, dental insurance, & vision insurance
- 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 (CRSS, LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)
- Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal