Crisis Program Coordinator

About Thrive Counseling Center:

Thrive Counseling Center envisions a world where mental health is valued, proactively nurtured, and is in reach of everyone. As a Community Mental Health Center, we are committed to serving everyone who needs our help. 90% of our clients have very limited financial resources and rely on our therapy and psychiatry services to live a full and balanced life. If you are passionate about equitable and affordable mental health for all, join us at Thrive to provide hope, resilience and recovery for those we serve. 

The Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Crisis Program Coordinator who embodies our core values of Compassion, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, Collaboration, and Innovation. The Crisis Program Coordinator will report to the Crisis Program Manager and play a crucial role in managing the operations and coordination of crisis response, outreach, and prevention services. This role is essential for ensuring effective day-to-day operations, supervising staff, and maintaining high standards of documentation and service delivery. The Coordinator will also provide direct service to individuals in crisis as needed.

What You'll Love About Working With Us:

• Varied Experience: Gain a broad skill set through dynamic and deliberate decision-making, detailed client care, and a wide range of experiences daily.
• Professional Development: Thrive offers free CEU trainings every month, along with both individual and group clinical supervision, to help you feel confident and supported in your role. You will also have unlimited access to an online learning platform, so you can delve deeper into your clinical interests with CEUs provided and completely paid for by Thrive.
• Engaging Work Environment: Collaborate with peers, attend regular wellness workshops during the workday, and stay updated on mental health trends and policy.

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• PTO for Short-term leave
• Long-term disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• 5 weeks PTO per year plus paid holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Free CEUs
• Annual Professional Development Stipend
• Malpractice insurance paid by employer
• Supplemental Insurance Policies available through Aflac
• Collaboration and support from a team of more than 35 clinicians
• Free parking
• Close to Oak Park’s restaurants, shops, and public transportation
• Eligible for student loan forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications:

·       Licensure: QMHP or LPHA certification required.

·       Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.

·       Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a mental health or social services environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

• Personal experience with mental health or substance use services is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Experience in advocating for and linking clients to community resources.
• Ability to manage high-stress situations with calm and professionalism.

·       Treatment skills in the areas of mental health assessment, treatment plan development, and individual, family and group counseling with youth and adults.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid state driver’s license and documentation of current insurance coverage.

Schedule:

• Flexibility: Must work 4-5 days per week, including at least two evening days.

Salary:

·      Master's Degree and First Level License (LPC, LSW) $55,000-$57,000

·      Master's Degree and Second Level License (LCPC, LCSW) $57,000-$60,000

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and passion to a place where your work truly makes a difference, apply today to join Thrive Counseling Center. Help us continue our mission to provide hope, resilience, and recovery to those who need it most.