ASL Community Support Specialist - Deaf Program
Company: Thresholds
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 30, 2025
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Job Description:
DescriptionAt Thresholds, we believe in meeting people where
they're at - in their community, on their journey to recovery, and
in their own language. Thresholds was the first in the nation to
offer comprehensive and integrated mental health services to people
who are deaf or hard of hearing. provide mental health and
substance use treatment support where it makes the most impact.
The Thresholds Deaf Program is the first and only program of its
kind in Illinois, offering comprehensive community-based services
for persons with serious mental illnesses who are deaf or hard of
hearing. Staffed by employees fluent in the use of American Sign
Language (ASL) who understand the unique cultural needs of the Deaf
community, the Thresholds Deaf Program provides a full range of
specialized services.
Working as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning
opportunity. Through care planning, you will be an integral part of
a client's growth and recovery. You will remove barriers to mental
healthcare through case management: connecting our clients with
resources and helping them navigate complex systems. You will help
clients strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to
doctors' appointments, to benefits offices, or to the grocery
store. Each day will be a little bit different, requiring you to
adapt to your client's schedule, needs, and treatment plan.
The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive,
providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best
client care. Opportunities for training and professional
development, including clinical supervision, will deepen your
knowledge and expand your clinical skills in harm reduction,
trauma-informed care, and other evidence-based practices. This
invaluable experience will set you up for a variety of career paths
and growth opportunities within our organization.
To succeed in this role, you need:
Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role:
What sets Thresholds apart:
Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment where
all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be
themselves, thrive, and support the agency's mission.
One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations
in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top
Workplace and one of Chicago's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to
Work For, several years in a row.
Video Transcription: Do you have an interest in helping people who
are experiencing mental illness? Thresholds' Deaf Program is the
first and only program in Illinois to provide comprehensive mental
health support to people who are deaf and hard of hearing. Join
us!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights
pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the notice from the
Department of Labor.
Keywords: Thresholds, Schaumburg , ASL Community Support Specialist - Deaf Program, Other , Chicago, Illinois
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