Assistant Director, Psychosocial Rehabilitation & Employment Services (PSR/IPS)

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About Envision Unlimited: Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, and foster care. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care and Supportive Housing. Learn more at: www.envisionunlimited.org
The Assistant Director of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Employment Services is a key member of the Mental Health Services leadership team. This position oversees both the Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Day Program and the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Employment Program. The Assistant Director is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of group-based recovery services as well as vocational supports, ensuring services are evidence-based, person-centered, and aligned with regulatory and funding requirements. This includes staff supervision, marketing and outreach, and ensuring program productivity and compliance with licensing and accreditation bodies. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Administrative Oversight
Lead. Empower. Transform Lives. Envision Unlimited is seeking a passionate and driven Assistant Director to lead our Psychosocial Rehab (PSR) and IPS Employment programs for adults with serious mental illness. You’ll guide a dynamic team, develop engaging recovery-focused programming, and help clients thrive socially and vocationally. This is your chance to blend clinical impact with leadership —and make a difference every single day. Program Implementation
What You’ll Do: Supervise and coach PSR & IPS staff Oversee group programming, employment services, and intake Drive program growth through outreach and innovation Ensure fidelity to IPS model and recovery best practices Bring energy, creativity, and compassion to everything you do Clinical Expectations Complete and/or supervise clinical documentation, including IM+CANS, LOCUS, and risk assessments. Provide crisis intervention and complete incident reports as required. Ensure that services align with individual treatment plans and person-centered goals. Cover groups or client sessions when needed. Ready to lead with purpose and change lives? Apply today! Join a mission-driven team that’s redefining recovery.
What You’ll Need: Master’s in social work or related field Active LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT 2+ years in mental health/social services 1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience IM+CANS (or get certified in 30 days)
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Compensation & Benefits: Base Salary: $75,000 per year Paid Time Off: 15 Vacation days, 12 Holidays days, 3 sick days, 3 personal days Illinois Paid Leave : 40 hours (accrued) Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement: 403(b) plan Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility Cell phone reimbursement (or use of company phone) Free clinical supervision for licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC) Reimbursement for professional licensure and renewal fees Include boutiques of voluntary benefits. Cell phone allowance as well as annual tuition assistance.
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Location:
Chicago