Envision Unlimited
Assistant Director - Community Support Team
Envision Unlimited, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Assistant Director - Community Support Team (CST) Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. About Envision Unlimited
Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care, and Supportive Housing. Learn more at: www.envisionunlimited.org About the Role
As the Assistant Director - Community Support Team (CST), you’ll lead a team of Mental Health Specialists and a Peer Support Specialist who meet clients where they are, both physically and emotionally. You’ll provide hands-on guidance, clinical oversight, and strategic direction to ensure every client receives consistent, recovery-oriented care that leads to outcomes such as housing stability, community engagement, and improved wellness that reduces hospitalizations. This is a leadership role to guide a high-functioning clinical team, shape service delivery, and directly impact lives daily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. What You’ll Do
Lead a multidisciplinary team
delivering field-based services that promote stability, recovery, and independence Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and daily support
to Mental Health Specialists and Peer Support Drive successful outcomes by ensuring effective service planning, care coordination, and client engagement Meet directly with clients
in the community to model best practices, support complex cases, and stay connected to the mission Oversee timely, compliant documentation aligned with DHS and Medicaid requirements Guide
intake, assessment (IM+CANS), and treatment planning
with a focus on measurable goals Promote a
positive team culture , rooted in accountability, collaboration, and trauma-informed care Participate in
on-call crisis response rotation
and help navigate acute situations with confidence Monitor
program fidelity and outcomes , using data to drive performance and quality improvement Why Join Envision Unlimited?
Mission with momentum
– be part of a team transforming mental health care Outcomes that matter
– leadership translates into reduced hospitalizations, housing stability, and empowered lives Growth-focused environment
– clinical training and leadership development Supportive culture
– compassion, resilience, and innovation Competitive compensation
– with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, generous PTO, and retirement plans Requirements / What You Bring
Master’s degree
in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field Clinical license
preferred (LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT) 2+ years
of community-based mental health experience (CST/ACT experience preferred) Leadership experience , formally or informally—supervision preferred Knowledge of
IM+CANS, Medicaid Rule 132/140 , and recovery-based practices Strong interpersonal skills and a
solution-focused mindset A passion for working with underserved communities and advancing
mental health equity Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Compensation & Benefits: Base Salary:
60-65k without clinical licensure; up to 75k with licensure Paid Time Off:
11 vacation, 12 holidays, 3 sick, 3 personal days Illinois Paid Leave:
40 hours (accrued) Insurance:
Medical, dental, and vision Retirement:
403(b) plan Additional Benefits:
EAP, mileage reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, cell phone reimbursement, free clinical supervision for licensure, licensure/renewal fee reimbursement, annual tuition assistance Compensation details: $60,000 - $75,000 yearly Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Assistant Director - Community Support Team (CST) Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. About Envision Unlimited
Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care, and Supportive Housing. Learn more at: www.envisionunlimited.org About the Role
As the Assistant Director - Community Support Team (CST), you’ll lead a team of Mental Health Specialists and a Peer Support Specialist who meet clients where they are, both physically and emotionally. You’ll provide hands-on guidance, clinical oversight, and strategic direction to ensure every client receives consistent, recovery-oriented care that leads to outcomes such as housing stability, community engagement, and improved wellness that reduces hospitalizations. This is a leadership role to guide a high-functioning clinical team, shape service delivery, and directly impact lives daily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. What You’ll Do
Lead a multidisciplinary team
delivering field-based services that promote stability, recovery, and independence Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and daily support
to Mental Health Specialists and Peer Support Drive successful outcomes by ensuring effective service planning, care coordination, and client engagement Meet directly with clients
in the community to model best practices, support complex cases, and stay connected to the mission Oversee timely, compliant documentation aligned with DHS and Medicaid requirements Guide
intake, assessment (IM+CANS), and treatment planning
with a focus on measurable goals Promote a
positive team culture , rooted in accountability, collaboration, and trauma-informed care Participate in
on-call crisis response rotation
and help navigate acute situations with confidence Monitor
program fidelity and outcomes , using data to drive performance and quality improvement Why Join Envision Unlimited?
Mission with momentum
– be part of a team transforming mental health care Outcomes that matter
– leadership translates into reduced hospitalizations, housing stability, and empowered lives Growth-focused environment
– clinical training and leadership development Supportive culture
– compassion, resilience, and innovation Competitive compensation
– with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, generous PTO, and retirement plans Requirements / What You Bring
Master’s degree
in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field Clinical license
preferred (LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT) 2+ years
of community-based mental health experience (CST/ACT experience preferred) Leadership experience , formally or informally—supervision preferred Knowledge of
IM+CANS, Medicaid Rule 132/140 , and recovery-based practices Strong interpersonal skills and a
solution-focused mindset A passion for working with underserved communities and advancing
mental health equity Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Compensation & Benefits: Base Salary:
60-65k without clinical licensure; up to 75k with licensure Paid Time Off:
11 vacation, 12 holidays, 3 sick, 3 personal days Illinois Paid Leave:
40 hours (accrued) Insurance:
Medical, dental, and vision Retirement:
403(b) plan Additional Benefits:
EAP, mileage reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, cell phone reimbursement, free clinical supervision for licensure, licensure/renewal fee reimbursement, annual tuition assistance Compensation details: $60,000 - $75,000 yearly Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries
Non-profit Organizations Note: This job description may include references to related roles and locations as part of the posting ecosystem.
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