Community-Based Peer Recovery Counselor | Crisis & Support

Trilogy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,611 - 54,746; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Virtual Primary Care, Urgent Care

Medical Insurance (BCBS of IL)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long‑Term & Short‑Term Disability

Pet Insurance

FSA (Health, Dependent Care, Transit)

Telemedicine

EAP

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer |

Job summary

Trilogy is seeking a Peer Support to assess clients in home, community, and office settings and to plan recovery through individualized, strengths-based services. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, advocacy, and linking clients to community resources to support recovery from mental illness.

Responsibilities include developing recovery plans, providing psychoeducation and medication monitoring, and coordinating with nurses and pharmacists to ensure accurate medication management.

Qualifications

• Must have one of the following: High School Diploma or GED with two years of supervised clinical experience in a mental health setting; or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Must be a past or present consumer of mental health services and willing to share their personal story of recovery with clients.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license with daily access to a well-maintained vehicle and $100,000/$300,000 liability insurance.
• IM+CANS certification preferred and may be required to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess client’s personal, medical, emotional, social, and environmental needs at home, community, and office visits.
• Coordinate the establishment of an individual recovery plan with the client, support system, and other care providers.
• Model communication, recovery-oriented living skills, coping skills, and self-help strategies for clients.
• Participate in Peer Support meetings and activities to gain additional support in the position.
• Provide crisis/on-call coverage as directed.
• Complete daily progress notes and MAR documentation in Trilogy’s system.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Trilogy is seeking a Peer Support to assess clients in home, community, and office settings and to plan recovery through individualized, strengths-based services. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, advocacy, and linking clients to community resources to support recovery from mental illness.

Responsibilities include developing recovery plans, providing psychoeducation and medication monitoring, and coordinating with nurses and pharmacists to ensure accurate medication management.