Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$25/hr
At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where they’re at – in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Community Support Specialists (CSS) provide mental health and substance use treatment supp…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Case management, Communication, Relationship-building, Time management
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$25/hr
At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where they’re at – in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Community Support Specialists, Residential (CSSR) provide mental health and substance use …
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Case management, Communication, Relationship-building, Writing
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States · Remote Solely
POSITION: OBRA Physician (MD/DO) – PRN, Remote, Contracted RESPONSIBLE TO: OBRA Coordinator POSITION SUMMARY Thresholds is seeking a licensed Physician (MD or DO) to serve in a contractual, PRN (as-needed) capacity…
Skills: Medical assessment, Clinical documentation, OBRA requirements, Medical review, Clinical judgment
McHenry, Illinois, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$29/hr
When people experience a mental health crisis, they are faced with the decision to go to the emergency department or to try to manage the crisis themselves. The Living Room McHenry offers an alternative: a community cris…
Skills: Crisis support, Mental health recovery, Advocacy, Communication, Relationship-building
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$30/hr
Use your clinical skills to be a part of transforming the crisis care system! Like a physical health crisis, a mental health crisis can be devastating for individuals, families, and communities. Thresholds’ Mobile …
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Crisis intervention, Safety assessment, Communication, Relationship-building
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$30/hr
Use your clinical skills to be a part of transforming the crisis care system! Like a physical health crisis, a mental health crisis can be devastating for individuals, families, and communities. Thresholds’ Mobile …
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Communication, Relationship-building, Problem-solving, Writing
Gurnee, Illinois, United States · On-site
$52k–$56k/yr
At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where they’re at – in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Community Support Specialists (CSS) provide mental health and substance use treatment supp…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Case management, Communication, Relationship building, Writing
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$85k–$95k/yr
At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where they’re at – in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Registered Nurses provide medical and psychiatric support where it makes the most impact &…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Compassionate care, Communication, Relationship-building, Writing
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$59k–$62k/yr
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 co…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Clinical assessment, Communication, Relationship building, Clinical writing
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$70k–$73k/yr
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? As a Team Leader, you will supervise a dynamic team of 3-6 Intake Specialists as they provide mental health assessments in the community. This includes sharing intake a…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Clinical assessment, Clinical writing, Supervision, Communication
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$64k–$75k/yr
You can make a difference in the lives of young people as a Special Education Teacher for Thresholds High School! An Illinois State Board of Education certified all year round therapeutic day school, Thresholds High Scho…
Skills: Special education, Mental health advocacy, IEP development, Classroom management, Therapeutic crisis intervention
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$32/hr–$38/hr
The Part Time IEP Coordinator is responsible for managing, organizing, and overseeing the implementation of Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and distr…
Skills: IEP management, Special education compliance, IDEA regulations, Case management, Differentiated instruction
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$155k–$175k/yr
The Vice President (VP), Information Security & Risk is responsible for leading the execution and continuous improvement of the Thresholds information security and risk management program. The scope of the program is the…
Skills: Information security, Risk management, Cybersecurity, Data protection, Incident response
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$66k–$73k/yr
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? As a Team Leader, you will supervise a dynamic team of 3-6 Community Support Specialists (CSS) as they provide mental health services in the community. This includes sh…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Case management, Team leadership, Clinical supervision, Communication skills
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States · On-site
$17/hr
POSITION SUMMARY The Life Skills Coach is a direct support professional responsible for assisting adult individuals served who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in achieving meaningful community inte…
Skills: Socialization support, Independent living skills, Community integration, Meal planning, Food preparation
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States · On-site
$17/hr
POSITION SUMMARY The Life Skills Coach is a direct support professional responsible for assisting adult individuals served who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in achieving meaningful community inte…
Skills: Socialization support, Independent living skills, Community integration, Meal planning, Food preparation
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? As a Team Leader for Thresholds' Mindstrong & Emerge Programs, you will lead a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, including therapists, a vocational specialist, a peer sp…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Clinical supervision, Case management, Care coordination, Individual therapy
Northfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$46k–$52k/yr
Are you passionate about helping individuals find and sustain employment? As an Employment Support Specialist, you will help people experiencing mental illness make progress toward employment goals that align with their …
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Communication, Time management, Organizational skills, Case management
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$48k–$52k/yr
Do you care deeply about social justice? Consider joining us by becoming a Residential Support Specialist, where you will help residents achieve their goals. Working at Thresholds means making a difference in someone&rsq…
Skills: Mental health support, Substance use services, Clinical documentation, Relapse prevention, Crisis intervention
Westmont, Illinois, United States · On-site
$52k–$56k/yr
At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where they’re at – in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Community Support Specialists (CSS) provide mental health and substance use treatment supp…
Skills: Mental health advocacy, Case management, Communication, Relationship-building, Writing
Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States • On-site
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Provide mental health and substance use treatment support by conducting care planning and case management within the community. Assist clients with daily living skills, including transportation to appointments and navigating complex healthcare systems.
Requires a high school diploma with 5 years of experience, or a bachelor's/master's degree in a related field. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver's license with access to a personal vehicle.
At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where they’re at – in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Community Support Specialists (CSS) provide mental health and substance use treatment support where it makes the most impact – in a person’s community.
Working as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning opportunity. Through care planning, you will be an integral part of a client’s growth and recovery. You will remove barriers to mental healthcare through case management: connecting our clients with resources and helping them navigate complex systems. You will help clients strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to doctors’ appointments, to benefits offices, or to the grocery store. Each day will be a little bit different, requiring you to adapt to your client’s schedule, needs, and treatment plan.
The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing 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 set you up for a variety of career paths and growth opportunities within our organization.
To succeed in this role, you need:
Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role:
What sets Thresholds apart:
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. Click here to learn more.
As a leader in mental health and substance use services, we pride ourselves in being recognized as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, in the category of companies with more than 1,000 employees.
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Home. Health. Hope. | Chicago Tribune Top Workplace | Best & Brightest Company to Work For | USA TODAY Top Workplace
Thresholds provides healthcare, housing, and hope for thousands of persons with mental health and substance use conditions in Illinois each year. Through care, employment, advocacy, and housing, Thresholds assists and inspires people to reclaim their lives. Thresholds is one of the oldest and largest providers of recovery services for persons with mental health and substance use conditions in Illinois. We offer 30 innovative programs at more than 75 locations throughout Chicago, the adjacent suburbs, and four surrounding counties. Services include assertive outreach, case management, housing, employment, education, psychiatry, primary care, substance use treatment, and research. Thresholds’ staff meets people where they are – out in the community. Offering services in a community-based setting makes them more accessible and effective and lessens the social exclusion that is often present in the lives of persons living with mental illnesses and substance use conditions. This allows our staff and clients to work on skills, clinical interventions, and recovery that allows them to live independent lives in their own neighborhoods Our clients are all unique – coming from vastly different backgrounds and arriving with different needs, talents, and hopes. Each client works with our staff to set their own specific short-term goals and objectives, based on their needs, desires, and level of self-sufficiency. Recovery from mental illnesses and substance use is possible. Recovery is a process of finding and living a satisfying and meaningful life, as one defines it for oneself. We assist our clients as they work to reclaim a positive sense of self, and discover their own potential, gifts, and skills.
Offices: 4101 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60613, US
Home. Health. Hope. | Chicago Tribune Top Workplace | Best & Brightest Company to Work For | USA TODAY Top Workplace
Thresholds provides healthcare, housing, and hope for thousands of persons with mental health and substance use conditions in Illinois each year. Through care, employment, advocacy, and housing, Thresholds assists and inspires people to reclaim their lives. Thresholds is one of the oldest and largest providers of recovery services for persons with mental health and substance use conditions in Illinois. We offer 30 innovative programs at more than 75 locations throughout Chicago, the adjacent suburbs, and four surrounding counties. Services include assertive outreach, case management, housing, employment, education, psychiatry, primary care, substance use treatment, and research. Thresholds’ staff meets people where they are – out in the community. Offering services in a community-based setting makes them more accessible and effective and lessens the social exclusion that is often present in the lives of persons living with mental illnesses and substance use conditions. This allows our staff and clients to work on skills, clinical interventions, and recovery that allows them to live independent lives in their own neighborhoods Our clients are all unique – coming from vastly different backgrounds and arriving with different needs, talents, and hopes. Each client works with our staff to set their own specific short-term goals and objectives, based on their needs, desires, and level of self-sufficiency. Recovery from mental illnesses and substance use is possible. Recovery is a process of finding and living a satisfying and meaningful life, as one defines it for oneself. We assist our clients as they work to reclaim a positive sense of self, and discover their own potential, gifts, and skills.
Offices: 4101 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60613, US
