Community Support Specialist
1 month ago
UCAN is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Community Support Specialist to join our Transitional Teen Services team. As a Community Support Specialist, you will work with adolescent teens and teen parents and their children who live in a transitional living setting, providing direct individual and group services to support their life skills and parenting development.
Key Responsibilities:- Conduct daily observations of client behaviors, skills, and emotional status
- Assist clients in following their daily schedule and addressing issues of time management
- Teach and demonstrate daily living, parenting, coping, and interpersonal skills
- Monitor client compliance with program rules and expectations and report infractions to the treatment team
- Implement client service plans, monitor progress, and communicate observations and assessments to the treatment team
- Associates degree preferred with at least 1 year of experience working with children and adolescents, or GED or H.S. diploma required with 3-5 years of experience
- CPR/First Aid certification or becomes so within 90 days of employment
- Ability to be flexible with scheduling needs and shifts
- Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a high-functioning team
- Experience or ability to use computers for data entry
- Valid Illinois driver's license and car required
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of adolescents and their families
-
Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Thresholds Full timeCommunity Support SpecialistAt Thresholds, we are committed to providing mental health and substance use treatment support in the community. As a Community Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in helping individuals access the resources they need to thrive.Key Responsibilities:Provide case management services to clients, connecting them with...
-
ASL Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Thresholds Full timeAbout the RoleThresholds is seeking a skilled Community Support Specialist to join our Deaf Program. As a Community Support Specialist, you will provide mental health and substance use treatment support to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. You will work closely with clients to develop care plans, remove barriers to mental healthcare, and connect...
-
ASL Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Thresholds Full timeAbout the Role:Thresholds is seeking a skilled Community Support Specialist to join our Deaf Program. As a Community Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing mental health and substance use treatment support to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.Key Responsibilities:Provide mental health and substance use treatment support to...
-
Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States UCAN Full timeJob SummaryUCAN is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Community Support Specialist to join our Transitional Living Program team. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with adolescent teens and their families to provide direct individual and group services, focusing on life skills and parenting skill development, mentoring, and...
-
Community Engagement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Pilsen Neighbors Community Council Full timeKey Responsibilities:As a Community Engagement Specialist at Pilsen Neighbors Community Council, you will work closely with a team of community and faith-based leaders to develop and implement a community education program, recruit new and diverse grassroots leaders, and organize issue-oriented campaigns related to economic development, environmental...
-
Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States UCAN Full timeJob Title: Community Support SpecialistUCAN is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Community Support Specialist to join our Transitional Teen Services team. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with adolescent teens and teen parents to provide direct individual and group services, focusing on life skills and parenting skill...
-
Peer Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Envision Unlimited Full timeJob Title: Peer Support Specialist - Community Care AdvocateEnvision Unlimited is a leading provider of comprehensive care services for individuals with disabilities. As a Peer Support Specialist - Community Care Advocate, you will play a vital role in supporting clients in their recovery journey.Key Responsibilities:Provide outreach and engagement services...
-
Support Specialist
1 month ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Marillac Stt Family Services Inc Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Support Specialist to join our Community Outreach team at Marillac St. Vincent Family Services Inc. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of our mission, vision, and core values, and will be able to effectively implement and evaluate the G.R.O.W approach.Key...
-
Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Marillac Stt Family Services, Inc. Full timeJob Title: Support SpecialistJob Summary: We are seeking a Support Specialist to join our Community Outreach Services team at Marillac St. Vincent Family Services, Inc. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of our mission, vision, and core values, and will be able to demonstrate an ability to work independently and as part of a team.Key...
-
Part-Time Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States The Thresholds Full timeJob OverviewThe Community Support Specialist provides direct service to clients through individual and group counseling/therapy, vocational support, crisis intervention, and psycho-social rehabilitation. They identify risk factors related to relapse and develop relapse prevention plans and strategies.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and review members' care plans...
-
Part-Time Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Thresholds Full timeAt Thresholds, we strive to provide comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment support in a person's community.As a Community Support Specialist, you will be an integral part of a client's growth and recovery through care planning.You will remove barriers to mental healthcare through case management, connecting our clients with resources and...
-
Chicago, Illinois, United States The Thresholds Full timeJob DescriptionAt Thresholds, we strive to provide comprehensive mental health services to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Our Community Support Specialists play a vital role in delivering these services, working closely with clients to remove barriers to mental healthcare and promote recovery.Key Responsibilities:Provide mental health and...
-
Office Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States Community Consolidated Schools District 168 Full timeJob Summary:The Office Support Specialist will provide administrative support to the Principal and other staff members at Rickover Junior High. This role involves providing secretarial services, answering telephones, greeting visitors, and recording student attendance information. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work...
-
Transition Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States ASSOCIATION HOUSE OF CHICAGO Full timeJob DescriptionAt Association House of Chicago, we are seeking a skilled Transition Support Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our community housing team, you will play a vital role in assisting individuals residing in nursing facilities or SMHRF care to prepare for and implement steps to transition to permanent supportive housing in the...
-
IT Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Roseland Community Hospital Full timeJob Summary:The IT Help Desk Technician will provide user support and customer service on hospital-supported computer applications and platforms as well as network and technical support using a ticketing system. This role requires a strong understanding of computer systems, mobile devices, and other healthcare-related technology products. The ideal candidate...
-
IT Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Cinter Career Services Full timeJob Title: IT Support SpecialistJob Summary: We are seeking a skilled IT Support Specialist to join our team at Cinter Career Services. As an IT Support Specialist, you will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance to our clients and employees.Key Responsibilities:Provide technical support and assistance to clients and employees via...
-
ASL Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Thresholds Full timeAbout the RoleAt Thresholds, we're committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. As a Community Support Specialist, you'll play a vital role in removing barriers to mental healthcare and empowering our clients to achieve their goals.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide mental health and substance use...
-
Part-Time Community Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Thresholds Full timeAt Thresholds, we believe in empowering individuals to take control of their recovery journey. As a Community Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing mental health and substance use treatment support to those in need.Our Community Support Specialists work closely with clients to develop personalized care plans, addressing their unique...
-
Communications & Website Specialist
4 weeks ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Alliance for Clinical Trial in Oncology Foundation Full timeJob DescriptionThe Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing cancer research and treatment. We are seeking a skilled Communications and Website Specialist to join our team.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communications, public relations, and website development. They will be...
-
Intervention Specialist
1 month ago
Chicago, Illinois, United States Metropolitan Family Services Full timeJob Title: Intervention SpecialistMetropolitan Family Services is seeking highly motivated and experienced Intervention Specialists to join our Adult Protective Services team. As an Intervention Specialist, you will play a critical role in empowering families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities.Job Summary:The...