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Description
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, and foster care. 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
We’re Hiring:
Mental Health Specialist Community Support Team (CST)
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Envision Unlimited is seeking a passionate
Mental Health Specialist CST
to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide trauma-informed therapy services to clients who are dually diagnosed with a mental illness and developmental disability.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What We're Looking For:
We value individuals who demonstrate:
A strong passion for mental health advocacy Excellent communication and active listening skills Flexibility and adaptability to meet both staff and client needs Outstanding time management and organizational abilities A valid driver’s license, current car insurance, and access to a personal vehicle Willingness to transport clients in your own car when needed
Additional Duties
Maintain confidentiality in compliance with the Illinois Mental Health Code and Confidentiality Act. Participate in required training seminars, keeping up-to-date with trends in case management (15 hours/year minimum). Share insights from external trainings with the clinical team. Develop and update clinical group curricula and activities. Attend required agency trainings and committee meetings. Assist with special client events as needed. Represent Envision Unlimited professionally and inform supervisors of any safety concerns or client risks. Participate in weekly supervision to review progress and address concerns. Adapt to changes in program needs and schedules.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment may include any or all of the following: working alone; working with others, verbal contact with others and face-to-face contact.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, And/or EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field. Will consider bachelor level staff with extensive mental health experience. Experience with clients with substance abuse issues and/or CADC a plus. Experience in working directly with clients with severe mental or physical illness also preferred. Must be able to work with diverse populations with multi-faceted needs. Excellent written and oral communication skills, decision making, problem solving, computer and organizational skills needed, with demonstrated ability to engage clients. Individual must be able to work both autonomously and within a team dynamic. Valid driver’s license, with insured automobile to travel to multiple locations required. Knowledge of Medicaid rule 132/140 a plus.
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.
Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:
Base Salary: $50,000 per year + additional quarterly productivity bonuses Paid Time Off: 11 Vacation days, 12 Holidays, 3 sick days, 3 personal days Illinois Paid Leave: 40 hours (accrued) Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement: 403(b) plan Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility Cell phone reimbursement (or use of company phone) Free clinical supervision for licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC) Reimbursement for professional licensure and renewal fees Include boutiques of voluntary benefits. Cell phone allowance as well as annual tuition assistance.
Salary Description
$50,000 per year Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Part-time Job function
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Mental Health Specialist CST
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Envision Unlimited 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Mental Health Specialist CST
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Envision Unlimited Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Description
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Description
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, and foster care. 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
We’re Hiring:
Mental Health Specialist Community Support Team (CST)
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Envision Unlimited is seeking a passionate
Mental Health Specialist CST
to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide trauma-informed therapy services to clients who are dually diagnosed with a mental illness and developmental disability.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What We're Looking For:
We value individuals who demonstrate:
A strong passion for mental health advocacy Excellent communication and active listening skills Flexibility and adaptability to meet both staff and client needs Outstanding time management and organizational abilities A valid driver’s license, current car insurance, and access to a personal vehicle Willingness to transport clients in your own car when needed
Additional Duties
Maintain confidentiality in compliance with the Illinois Mental Health Code and Confidentiality Act. Participate in required training seminars, keeping up-to-date with trends in case management (15 hours/year minimum). Share insights from external trainings with the clinical team. Develop and update clinical group curricula and activities. Attend required agency trainings and committee meetings. Assist with special client events as needed. Represent Envision Unlimited professionally and inform supervisors of any safety concerns or client risks. Participate in weekly supervision to review progress and address concerns. Adapt to changes in program needs and schedules.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment may include any or all of the following: working alone; working with others, verbal contact with others and face-to-face contact.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, And/or EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field. Will consider bachelor level staff with extensive mental health experience. Experience with clients with substance abuse issues and/or CADC a plus. Experience in working directly with clients with severe mental or physical illness also preferred. Must be able to work with diverse populations with multi-faceted needs. Excellent written and oral communication skills, decision making, problem solving, computer and organizational skills needed, with demonstrated ability to engage clients. Individual must be able to work both autonomously and within a team dynamic. Valid driver’s license, with insured automobile to travel to multiple locations required. Knowledge of Medicaid rule 132/140 a plus.
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.
Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:
Base Salary: $50,000 per year + additional quarterly productivity bonuses Paid Time Off: 11 Vacation days, 12 Holidays, 3 sick days, 3 personal days Illinois Paid Leave: 40 hours (accrued) Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement: 403(b) plan Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility Cell phone reimbursement (or use of company phone) Free clinical supervision for licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC) Reimbursement for professional licensure and renewal fees Include boutiques of voluntary benefits. Cell phone allowance as well as annual tuition assistance.
Salary Description
$50,000 per year Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Part-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Envision Unlimited by 2x Get notified about new Mental Health Specialist jobs in
Chicago, IL . Chicago, IL $78,045.00-$107,309.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $42,000.00-$45,000.00 1 month ago Mental Health Professional- Emerge Behavioral Clinic (Will County, IL)
Therapist – Child Welfare Services (Licensed/Unlicensed)
Chicago, IL $55,000.00-$64,000.00 2 weeks ago HRDI-Qualified Mental Health Professional
HRDI-Qualified Mental Health Professional
Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$60,000.00 8 months ago Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Weekends, All Shifts
Clinical Adjunct Faculty, Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) On-Ground
Orland Park, IL $40,500.00-$47,500.00 6 days ago Part Time Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
Chicago, IL $12,400.00-$97,400.00 1 week ago Adjunct Faculty, Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CHMC) On-Ground
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