Certified Recovery Support Specialist-Channahon-Part Time

Trinity Services, Inc.; Channahon (IL); In loco; USD 45.000 - 52.000; Part-time

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Trinity Services, Inc. in Channahon, IL seeks a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) for part-time work at the Living Room. You will provide peer support during mental health crises, develop personalized recovery plans, and model coping strategies to empower clients.

This role emphasizes outreach, resource navigation, and compassionate engagement with diverse individuals in a community setting. The position requires CRSS certification, WRAP or willingness to train, a GED/HS diploma, and

Competenze

• Lived experience with mental health or recovery required.
• CRSS certification is required.
• WRAP certification or willingness to complete training.
• Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background checks.

Mansioni

• Provide compassionate peer support in mental health crisis situations.
• Collaborate to create a personalized recovery plan for safety and comfort.
• Model problem-solving and methods to counter negative self-talk and fears.
• Identify strengths, goals, wellness objectives, and barriers; suggest interventions.
• Serve as a recovery role model with coping and self-care practices.
• Attend trainings and meetings to improve peer support.
• Collaborate with teams to assess high-risk indicators.
• Conduct outreach and connect participants to community resources.
• Provide follow-up to ensure continuity of care and engagement.
• Help with Living Room upkeep: cleaning, food prep, laundry.
• May float to Joliet Living Room if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Empathy

Active Listening

Peer Support

Crisis Intervention

Group Facilitation

Resource Navigation

Communication Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Documentation

Professional Boundaries

Formazione

GED or HS Diploma

CRSS Certification

WRAP Certification or willing to train

Driver's License

Background Checks Clearance

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Certified Recovery Support Specialist-Channahon-Part Time

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Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) plays a vital role in supporting individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Utilizing their lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery, the RSS provides peer-based support, facilitates individualized recovery planning, and models effective self-care and coping strategies. This role is community-focused, emphasizing outreach, resource navigation, and empowerment to help individuals achieve their recovery and wellness goals.

Location: 27754 Bluegrass Drive, Channahon, IL 60410 (Temporary location)

Hours: 24/7 staffing, weekend rotation, and some holidays required.

Payscale: $44,500- 51,500

REPORTS TO: Program Director

NETWORK OR DEPARTMENT: Network 9

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide compassionate peer support to individuals in mental health crisis situations.
• Collaborate with individuals to develop a personalized recovery plan that ensures safety and comfort.
• Teach and model effective problem-solving techniques, methods for identifying and combating negative self-talk, and approaches to overcoming fears.
• Assist participants in identifying personal strengths, recovery goals, wellness objectives, and barriers, and help determine appropriate interventions.
• Serve as a role model for recovery by demonstrating effective coping techniques, self-help strategies, and self-care practices.
• Participate in relevant trainings, seminars, and meetings to continuously improve peer support practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess and respond to high-risk indicators.
• Conduct outreach and assist participants with connecting to community-based resources and services.
• Provide follow-up support to ensure continuity of care and engagement with services.
• Participate in the daily upkeep of the Living Room (ex. Assist with cleaning, preparing food, laundry)
• May need to float to Joliet Living Room if staffing coverage is needed
• Other duties may be assigned based on the needs of the program

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong empathy, active listening, and communication skills with an ability to build trust and rapport.
• Ability to engage and support individuals with diverse backgrounds and complex needs.
• Skilled in facilitating group discussions and peer-led recovery or support groups.
• Knowledge of community resources and services related to mental health, substance use, and recovery.
• Comfortable using technology to complete documentation, communicate with team members, and access resources.
• Capacity to remain calm and supportive in high-stress or crisis situations.
• Ability to uphold professional boundaries while maintaining a peer-centered approach.
• Non-judgmental mindset and commitment to promoting hope, recovery, and empowerment.
• Public speaking and advocacy skills to promote recovery-oriented services and education.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Manual dexterity for using computers, phones, tablets, and other business equipment.
• Physical ability to adjust or set up equipment, which may include bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, or using a stepstool.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Lived experience as a consumer of mental health or substance use services (required).
• GED or high school diploma (required); additional education a plus.
• CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist) certification REQUIRED.
• WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) certification or willingness to complete training.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile liability insurance (including uninsured motorist coverage).
• Ability to pass all pre-employment background checks.
• Prior experience working with developmentally disabled individuals (adults and/or children) is a plus.
• Teaching experience and/or experience facilitating peer groups is highly desirable.

CLASSIFICATION:

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DISCLAIMER:

Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

STATEMENT:

Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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