Mental Health Advocate Coordinator

1 week ago


Kankakee, Illinois, United States The Thresholds Full time
Job Overview

At The Thresholds, we prioritize providing mental health and substance use treatment support in a community-based setting. As a Community Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in facilitating clients' growth and recovery by removing barriers to mental healthcare through care planning and case management.

The ideal candidate for this position should possess passion for mental health advocacy, effective communication skills, strong time management abilities, and a willingness to provide transportation to clients. With a collaborative and supportive work environment, you will have access to valuable training and professional development opportunities, including clinical supervision and evidence-based practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Care planning and case management
  • Connecting clients with resources and navigating complex systems
  • Driving clients to appointments, benefits offices, or grocery stores
  • Strengthening daily living skills

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
  • 2 years of supervised clinical experience
  • A valid driver's license, current car insurance, and daily access to your own car
  • Willingness to provide transportation to clients

Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay: $46,280 - $56,500 annually (commensurate with education, experience, and licensure)
  • 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


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