Trinity Services Inc.·Villa Park, Illinois
The therapist provides case management, individual and group therapy, and independent living skills coaching to individuals in a supportive housing program. They also conduct mental health assessments, develop treatment plans, and coordinate with community-based service providers.
Under the direction and supervision of the Community Support Team (CST) Director, the Community Support Team (CST) therapist supports persons receiving services in a permanent supportive housing program coupled with a broad range of on-site and community-based services for people with mental illness and other disabilities within their community. The CST team is comprised of therapists who offer case management; individual and group therapy; coping and independent living skills training and coaching; referral, linkage, and coordination with other community-based service providers; the facilitation of community integration; medication training; benefits counseling; and the development and strengthening of natural and/or community-based supports.
$22.00-$29.00
Location: DuPage County/Villa Park, IL
LTP/PT Weekends 8: 30am-5 pm (Start time and End time is flexible)
1-2 weeknights 4pm – 9pm
Network or department: Network 4
Communicate agency policies, procedures, announcements, and updates during staff meetings.
Participate in and manage resident recruitment and intake; collect all necessary clinical documentation.
Conduct mental health needs assessments, determine diagnoses, and develop, implement, review, and revise individualized treatment plans that address housing, mental health, educational, vocational, and community support needs.
Complete assessments such as IM+CANS, IATPs, LOCUS, DLA, etc.
Provide individual therapy/counseling services.
Assist people with completing benefit applications and maintaining eligibility.
Support people during medical and psychiatric appointments.
Teach and coach independent living skills, including healthy meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Ensure timely completion of Medicaid mental health billing.
Collaborate with Trinity staff to develop events, suggest system improvements, and identify and communicate potential problem areas to the CST Director.
Work closely with the Property Manager to help individuals maintain stable housing.
Professionally represent Trinity Services in the community and maintain relationships with funding sources and partner organizations.
Communicate effectively and professionally with parents, guardians, staff, visitors, and community agencies.
Participate in weekly team meetings, collaborating with coworkers and the supervisor.
Travel between building locations to meet with people in their apartments.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Lift over 40 lbs. from floor to waist unassisted.
Push and pull up to 75 lbs.
Complete deep knee squats.
Push wheelchairs weighing up to 200 lbs.
Remain in a stationary position, standing or sitting for extended periods.
Operate motor vehicles.
Regularly stand, sit, talk, hear, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone, reach, stoop, and kneel to install equipment.
Perform physical activities including driving, balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion.
may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
A Master's degree in Clinical Social Work, Professional Counseling, or a related field is required, with full licensure as an LCSW or LCPC preferred. Candidates must possess a valid Illinois driver's license and have experience working with individuals with serious mental illness.
Market context
Illinois community mental health employers often seek therapists with experience supporting people with serious mental illness, and part-time openings can be competitive because they require both clinical skill and scheduling flexibility. This role stands out for its preference for full LCSW or LCPC licensure, plus a valid Illinois driver’s license for community-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and local travel readiness before applying.
