Mentorship Specialist

7 days ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States Envision Unlimited Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Mentorship Specialist - Community Support to join our team at Envision Unlimited.

About Us

Envision Unlimited is a full-spectrum care organization dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities from infancy to 80+ years old, regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Founded in Chicago in 1948, we have a legacy of delivering evolving care with empathy, every time and everywhere.

Our Services

Innovative services offered across Chicagoland and Central Illinois include community living options, novel day programs, behavioral health services, employment programs, respite for families, and foster care for children with disabilities.

Job Description

The Mentorship Specialist - Community Support will provide direct service to individuals receiving treatment at the State Operated Mental Health Facility. Our program is designed to offer brief, supportive, goal-directed counseling to consumers scheduled for discharge. Once in the community, we will provide linkage case management to assist consumers in successfully achieving independent living goals and maximizing their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

  • Adhere to a schedule consistent with client availability.
  • Be available to work in the facility, client's home, or in the community.
  • Provide education, technical assistance, and support to consumers and family members.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability with changes to program needs and schedule as the need arises.
  • Provide documentation (case notes) as required by the program.
  • Maintain a consistent schedule of visitation to ensure optimum success of transition.

Performance Expectations

  • Adhere to all policies and procedures of Envision Unlimited.
  • Maintain confidentiality according to the Illinois Mental Health code and Confidentiality Act.
  • Maintain a professional attitude in conduct and when interacting with other staff, clients, and outside personnel.
  • Respond sensitively to diverse populations of the agency, including persons with disabilities and/or mental illness.
  • Punctuality; arrives to work, meetings, and all work-related functions on time.
  • Maintain appropriate attendance record using Paylocity.
  • Attend individual weekly supervision at scheduled time, having prepared questions/concerns and ready to report on progress and productivity.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $45,000 - $55,000 per year, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO
  • Dental and Vision Insurance Options
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and personal days
  • 401K plan
  • In-house training and CEUs
  • Employee Assistance Network
  • Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)
  • Opportunity for career growth & development
  • Student Loan forgiveness participant program

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED and Certified Recovery Support Specialist credential (or be in the process of taking the CRSS Test)
  • 1 year of experience within the mental health, substance use treatment, or social service field. Internships will be considered.
  • Must be able to use lived mental health recovery experience to help others in the process of recovery.
  • Valid driver's license, approved to drive agency vehicles through agency insurance, and pass a required criminal background check.
  • Basic computer skills in Excel, email, and Word documents.
  • Strong preference for people with lived experiences in the mental health treatment, especially those who have transitioned from hospital settings or institutional care to the community.

Location

This role is based in the Chicago area, with travel to various locations across Chicagoland and Central Illinois.



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