Job Title: Community Support - Individual
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of Individual Community Supports
Position Location: Cicero, Berwyn, Oak Park and surrounding communities
Posted Date: 08/24/16
This is a part-time & casual non-union position (hours vary from week to week and are
based on client’s needs/availability). If you are interested and qualified, please contact Joy
Bruniga in Human Resources at 708-995-3510 or jbruniga@pillarscommunity.org
SUMMARY
The Community Support - Individual is responsible for providing service to children/youth with
severe emotional disturbances and their families. The Community Support- Individual maintains
close contact with a supervision member of the child and family team (therapist, caseworker,
facilitator, etc.), as well as, the program Director and Case Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides transportation to and from activities as a part of the therapeutic plan for the child.
Develops/uses existing community resources to further the goals of the treatment plan.
Works with supervisors to identify activities that will further the child’s link to his/her
community and support a transition to more naturalized community resources.
Interacts with parents/guardians and other family members as indicated by the treatment
plan.
Completes all paperwork in a timely manner.
Meets with supervisor at least once per month for an hour to discuss overall progress and
development of cases.
Participates in all mandatory training sessions.
Participates in Child & Family Team meetings whenever possible.
Follows emergency procedures.
Complies with all confidentiality procedures.
Completes all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential duties.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Bachelors and/or Masters Degree
preferred. Must have at least two (2) years experience working with children. Must be at least 21
years of age (per DHS Title 59, part 132).
OTHER
Must maintain a safe driving record and have current valid Illinois Driver’s License. Personal
vehicle needed for transportation to/from home and community based interventions. Mileage for
authorized work-related purposes is reimbursable.
****OPEN POSITION****
Job Title: Community Support-Adult Counselor
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Community Support Individuals
Position Location: Western Springs
Posted Date: 09/28/16
This is a full-time non-union position (40 hours). If you are interested and qualified, please contact Joy
Bruniga in Human Resources at 708-995-3510 or jbruniga@pillarscommunity.org.
SUMMARY
The Community Support- Adult Counselor is responsible for providing Community Support Services and Group
services to a caseload of adults with serious mental illness to help support and build a healthier, more productive and
independent lifestyle.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1) Provide Community Support Services to adults in their homes and/or in their communities.
2) Provide transportation to and from activities as a part of the therapeutic plan.
3) Work with client’s therapists if applicable to identify needs, goals, and activities that will benefit the client.
4) Conducts initial home visits/ phone calls with clients to explain the Community Support Adult program and
gain information about the clients and their needs.
5) Maintain client records as needed to maintain compliance with agency policies and complete required
outcome protocols while establishing productivity standards.
6) Complete Mental Health Assessments to formulate accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment
interventions
7) Develop and complete Treatment plans, as needed, relevant to client’s needs.
8) Determine frequency and intensity of services for individual clients.
9) Respond to clients needs outside of regular session times.
10) Interacts with clients family members as needed.
11) Provide consultation to agency staff regarding Community Support Adult Services as needed.
12) Coordinate and run Community Support Groups as needed.
13) Attend weekly supervision sessions and consultation groups
14) Attends agency meetings, in-service trainings, workshops, conferences, etc. when necessary.
15) Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or a related field is
required. Training in or experience working with serious mentally ill adults. Attention to detail and capacity to
work independently is essential.
OTHER
Must maintain a safe driving record and have current valid Illinois Driver’s License. Personal vehicle needed. Staff
will transport clients and their belongings in his/her personal vehicle. Mileage for authorized work-related purposes
is reimbursable.
****OPEN POSITION****
Job Title: Addictions Counselor III - ISP
Union Schedule: Schedule 10
Reports To: Director of Addictions
Position Location: Hickory Hills
Posted Date: 10/18/16
This is a full-time (35 hours) union position. If you are interested and qualified, please contact Joy Bruniga in
Human Resources at 708-995-3510 or jbruniga@pillarscommunity.org.
SUMMARY
Provide all aspects of outpatient addiction treatment services to substance abusers in order to help them overcome
their addiction(s) and rebuild their lives. Service modalities may include OP, IOP and aftercare level treatment in
both group and individual settings.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1) Engage clients through active listening skills and respect for client's strengths as well as weaknesses.
2) Perform telephone and/or in-person screenings gathering data about presenting problems and the role of
alcohol/drugs in the presenting problem.
3) Through in-person interview with client and significant others as appropriate, perform thorough drug/alcohol
evaluations and assessments and diagnose clients using DSM and ASAM criteria.
4) With the client and utilizing a strengths-based perspective, formulate treatment plans based on assessed need,
review treatment plans according to policy and review plans with the supervisor as needed and required.
5) Deliver services as determined by assessment, as reflected in treatment plan and as needed by individuals
served, including individual and group treatment, case management, early intervention, community
intervention, crisis intervention, etc.
6) Provide services for clients utilizing state-of-the-art treatment tools, developing, modifying and updating
group curricula as needed, etc.
7) Manage caseload of assigned clients, including completing all necessary and required documentation,
including but not limited to intake paperwork, progress notes, discharge summary, status reports, insurance
forms, required insurance authorizations, etc.
8) Maintain weekly schedule of appointments and activities and inform supervisor in advance when schedule
changes.
9) Apprise clients of available services within the agency and community, develop contacts with and make
referrals to other agencies, professional groups and community entities as needed and only with client consent.
10) Responsible for keeping informed of and adhering to all policies, procedures and regulations which may apply
to the position.
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11) Adheres to and delivers services in compliance with all agency and funder requirements, polices and
procedures.
12) Represents program at community meetings or functions when assigned. May present services to community
entities and may deliver treatment services at community locations, such as local schools.
13) May provide direct clinical supervision to student intern(s) as available and assigned and as required by
learning institution, including oversight of required hours, completion of required reports, etc.
14) Attends and participates in required department and agency meetings.
15) Participates in required training if applicable.
16) Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling or a related field. Master’s degree in
psychology, social work, counseling or a related field preferred.
Licensure/Certification: CADC required.
Work Experience/Skills: Two years experience in the addictions field. Experience working with victims of domestic
violence preferred. Experience with different types of treatment preferred (i.e. OP, IOP, Aftercare). Organizational
skills and ability to function and communicate as part of a treatment team is essential. 40 hour Domestic Violence
Training Certificate required or willingness to complete training within first 6 months of start date.
Language Skills: Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills would be helpful
