Community Support Specialist - Emerging Adults

Description At Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where theyu2019re at u2013 in their environment and on their journey to recovery. Community Support Specialists (CSS) with our Emerging Adults Program provide mental health and substance use treatment support where it makes the most impact u2013 in a young personu2019s community. Working as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning opportunity. Through care planning, you will be an integral part of a clientu2019s 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 young adults strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to doctorsu2019 appointments, to benefits offices, or to the grocery store. You will also assist with facilitating activities and programs that will contribute to young adultsu2019 overall development. Each day will be a little bit different, requiring you to adapt to your clientu2019s 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, such as the Transition to Independence (TIP) Model (. 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: + Passion for mental health advocacy + Effective communication and relationship-building skills + Take on-call after hours crisis calls for one week every 2.5-3 months + Strong time management, writing, and organization skills + To be at least 21 years old + A valid driveru2019s license, current car insurance, and daily access to your own car + Willingness to provide transportation to clients + Minimum 2yrs experience working in the mental health field Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role: + Bacheloru2019s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field + Bacheloru2019s degree in an unrelated field and 2 years of supervised clinical experience + Masteru2019s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field (PREFFERED) What sets Thresholds apart: + Competitive pay - Base Rate: $24.25 u2013 27.60 per hour / $50,440 u2013 57,400 annually + Subject to increase based on education and experience + 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 fostering an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agencyu2019s mission. Click here to learn more. ( 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 Chicagou2019s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row. #LI-JK1 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-04-06