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Community Support Specialists (CSS) provide mental health and substance use treatment support where it makes the most impact - in a person’s community.\nWorking as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning opportunity. Through care planning, you will be an integral part of a client’s growth and recovery. You will remove barriers to mental healthcare through case management: connecting our clients with resources and helping them navigate complex systems. You will help clients strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to doctors’ appointments, to benefits offices, or to the grocery store. Each day will be a little bit different, requiring you to adapt to your client’s schedule, needs, and treatment plan.\nThe culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best client care. 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