Youth Residential Support Specialist: Mentor & Empower Independence

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thresholdsChicago (IL)

Residential Advisors Other Individual and Family Services

SENIORITY

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About the role

Thresholds is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to work with young adults (16–21) in a residential setting in Chicago. The RSS will coach individuals and groups on independent living, relationships, school success, and wellness, while helping residents regulate emotions with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention skills. You will also assist with daily living tasks, document progress, and support medication management and recovery as residents transition to adulthood.

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