Community Support Specialist - Residential Mental Health
ThresholdsChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted May 4, 2026
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.
Job Description
As a Community Support Specialist, you will provide mental health and substance use treatment support to individuals in their community, working collaboratively with a team to promote growth and recovery. The role involves removing barriers to mental healthcare through case management and providing transportation to clients.
Requirements
- Passion for mental health advocacy
- Effective communication and relationship-building skills
- Good writing skills
- Strong time management and organization
- Valid driver's license and current car insurance
- Willingness to provide transportation to clients
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 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
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost
- Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal