20 Best jobs in Park Ridge, IL (Hiring Now!)

Crisis Support Specialist - Living Room - Part-Time (Sundays)
The Thresholds —Chicago, IL
You will engage guests in conversation to hear their stories, learn about their interests and strengths, and respectfully encourage them to take steps in their…
$24 an hour
16h
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Lazy Dog Family LLC —Northbrook, IL
You love to assist guests and possess great guest relations skills. You like to organize and deliver dishes to the guests.
Estimated: $26K - $28.9K a year
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13d
Entry-Level Trader
Logan Stone Capital —Chicago, IL
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. The ideal candidate for the Trader role will demonstrate aptitude and willingness to develop current skills while learning…
$60,000 - $75,000 a year
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Spa Coordinator
Renata’s Organic Skincare —Park Ridge, IL
Utilize phone etiquette when handling client inquiries and bookings. Additional bonus income on retail sales! Schedule and confirm spa appointments with clients…
$15 - $17 an hour
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12d
Assistant Merchant
Ace Hardware Corporation —Oak Brook, IL
Assist with Merch CARE to prep Ace Care Center for calls and e-mails related to respective category. Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field…
Estimated: $44.6K - $56.5K a year
Front Desk Sales Associate
Splash and Dash for Dogs of Des Plaines —Des Plaines, IL
Answer phones and book appointments. Experience working in the grooming or pet industry is a must as well as an understanding of grooming shop operations…
From $16 an hour
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1h
Assistant Teacher
Montessori Learning Center of Edison Park —Chicago, IL
Adhering to state and city regulations regarding childcare facilities. Assisting the head teacher in teaching the children, following the daily schedule, and…
$17 - $20 an hour
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14d
Light Duty Truck Operator
O'Hare Towing Service —Downers Grove, IL
Maintain truck in a clean and professional state at all time, free of trash, excess filth, etc. so as not to offend a customer who rides along;
Estimated: $56.1K - $71K a year
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Surgery Scheduler
American Hip Institute —Des Plaines, IL
In addition to biweekly wages, all our employees enjoy a *Quarterly Incentive Bonus* which can earn additional PTO or a cash bonus (employee choice) based on…
From $21 an hour
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Shop Manager
Confidential —Chicago, IL
Working knowledge of hazmat and environmental state and federal regulations. Directly supervises all Shop employees which include mechanics, welders, and…
From $80,000 a year
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Elementary School Teacher
Arie Crown Hebrew Day School —Skokie, IL
Quality of life - part-time teaching gives you time for yourself and outside interests, too. All curriculum and training will be provided on site.
Up to $31,500 a year
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13d
Guest Service Agent
Extended Stay America —Des Plaines, IL
The position is responsible for assisting guests at all times, answering phones, and checking in and checking guests out in accordance with company guidelines…
Estimated: $26.1K - $33K a year
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1d
Retail Associate
Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin & Metropolitan Chicago —Skokie, IL
20% store discount on purchases. Must be able to stand, bend and reach for the duration of your shift. Once hired, refer your friends to add more money to your…
$14 an hour
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1d
Production Worker
Woodward, Inc. —Niles, IL
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to use a variety of basic hand tools (e.g., wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, scrappers, box cutters).
Estimated: $34.7K - $44K a year
2d
Overnight Kennel Attendant
The Dog House of L.C. &L., INC. —Niles, IL
Free employee scheduling, time clock and hiring tools. Cleaning facility including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, dishes, laundry, deep cleaning tasks,…
$14.50 - $15.00 an hour
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Temporary Social Media Associate
Richard H. Driehaus Museum —Chicago, IL
Assist with social media algorithm analysis. We are seeking a Temporary Social Media Associate to assist with content development for social media for the…
$32 an hour
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1d
Sales Manager
RoofingSource —Niles, IL
Ability to work well with limited supervision and effectively use independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload.
$50,000 - $65,000 a year
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Warehouse Agent
Air General Incorporated —Chicago, IL
Must be able to obtain valid airport I.D. badge. Must possess a valid Driver's License. Load/unload air cargo from/to vehicles/trucks.
$19 an hour
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5d
Machine Builder - Lead
Wes-Tech Automation Solutions, LLC —Buffalo Grove, IL
We are looking for individuals excited about applying electrical engineering, programming, and robotics solutions to help solve our customer’s complicated…
Estimated: $56.3K - $71.2K a year
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Competitive Gymnastic Head Coach
North Suburban YMCA —Northbrook, IL
CPR and First Aid certified (within 90 days of employment). The ideal candidate will have experience providing direct leadership, instruction and motivation for…
From $25 an hour
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Crisis Support Specialist - Living Room - Part-Time (Sundays)

The Thresholds - Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Part-time $24 an hour 16 hours ago

Qualifications

Writing skills
Certified Recovery Specialist
High school diploma or GED
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Time management

Full Job Description

When people experience a mental health crisis, they are faced with the decision to go to the emergency department or to try to manage the crisis themselves. The Living Room offers an alternative: a community crisis center—a welcoming, accepting, and calm environment where Crisis Support Specialists provide advocacy, information, and peer support.

As a Crisis Support Specialist, you will use your personal experience with mental health recovery to support and educate Living Room guests on managing crisis. You will engage guests in conversation to hear their stories, learn about their interests and strengths, and respectfully encourage them to take steps in their recovery process. Over the course of the day, you may model coping strategies, help guests develop their own crisis recovery plans, and/or link guests with supportive services for after their crisis.

A welcoming environment is key to the success of the Living Room, so you will greet guests and learn their names as part of inviting them to take the lead in determining their recovery path. Crisis Support Specialists will also prepare food for guests and ensure that the space is neat and tidy.

Keep up to date on current trends in the mental health field and deepen your knowledge of evidence-based practices through ample training opportunities to enhance Living Room services. You can also gain supervision for CRSS certification and reimbursement for testing and application fees.

To succeed in this role, you need:

Lived experience of mental health recovery
Effective communication and relationship-building
Good writing skills
Strong time management and organization
To be at least 21 years old
Ability to work assigned schedule: Sundays 11:00pm - 7:30am.

Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role:

High school diploma or GED certificate required
Higher education in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field preferred
Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) preferred

What sets Thresholds apart:

Competitive pay – Base rate: $24.00 hourly
- Subject to increase based on education and experience

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. Click here to learn more.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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