Part-Time ASL Community Support Specialist - Deaf

THRESHOLDS, THE

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$21.75–$25.87 Per Hour
SKILLS
American Sign Language, Auto Insurance, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Clinical Competency, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Cook Dishes, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Health Insurance, Health Plan Membership, Healthcare, Hearing Impairment, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Liability Insurance, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Medical Record System, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Risk Analysis, Set Goals, Social Work, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
18 days ago

The 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develops and reviews members' care plans by identifying goals, objectives, and specific mental health services needed.
  • Teaches members independent and community living skills, such as housekeeping, meal preparation, coping skills, etc.
  • Provides support to members with collateral social service agencies and the community.
  • Documents services provided in an Electronic Health Record in a timely manner.

SCHEDULE: SAT/SUN 7:00am - 3:30pm (16HOURS/WEEK)

EDUCATION

  • Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have:
  • High school diploma or GED certificate with 5 years of supervised job-related experience in the field of social services OR Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field

REQUIREMENTS

  • American Sign Language- ASL
  • Daily access to a personal vehicle
  • Valid driver's license
  • Willingness to provide transportation for members of the program
  • Must obtain and maintain liability car insurance of:
  • $100,000 per person bodily injury
  • $300,000 per accident
  • $100,000 property damage

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Competitive Pay - Base Rate: $21.75 - $25.87 hourly / $45,240 - $53,800 annually

  • Subject to increase based on education and experience

  • Generous Paid Time Off Policy (Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days)

  • 4 Medical Insurance Plans

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • 403(b) with 3% employer match

  • Mileage Reimbursement

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness

  • Supervision for Clinical Licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)

About the Company

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THRESHOLDS, THE