Community Support Specialist - Substitute - South Suburbs

The Thresholds
Blue Island, IL, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Thresholds Community Support Specialist (CSS)

  • Provide direct service to clients through individual and group counseling / therapy, vocational support, crisis intervention, and psychosocial rehabilitation.
  • Teach independent and community living skills.
  • Coach around the development of a functional, interpersonal support system.
  • Promote the development of problem solving and coping skills.
  • Advocate with personal and administrative collaterals including family and significant others, medical care providers, and other agencies such as the SSA, DHS, and CHA.
  • Facilitate access to quality and stable housing.

Requirements : EDUCATION :

EDUCATION :

Interested candidates should minimally possess a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field; a Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Rehabilitation Services is preferred.

EXPERIENCE :

  • Experience working with persons diagnosed with mental illness preferred.
  • Ability to work as an effective team player.
  • Ability to document services provided in an Electronic Health Record in a timely manner.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Must be 23 years of age and must meet all insurance carrier’s requirements.
  • 30+ days ago
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