Evening Peer Recovery Specialist — Crisis Support

Trinity Services Inc.; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Educational Assistance

Paid time off

Sick time

Paid Holidays

Personal Time

Year-End Bonus

Financial Assistance Program (Cookie J

Employee Referral Program (Bounty Buck

Job summary

Trinity Services, Inc. is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) to aid individuals in mental health crises through peer-based support and personalized recovery planning. The role emphasizes outreach, empowerment, and resource navigation within the community.

Using lived experience in recovery, you will model coping strategies, collaborate with teams, and ensure safety and engagement with services. The position requires evening hours and driving, with a pay range of $41,500–$52,500 per year.

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 certification or willingness to obtain.
• WRAP certification or willingness to complete training.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate peer support to individuals in mental health crisis situations.
• Respond to crisis calls with their partner and work as a team.
• Occasionally work alongside law enforcement and other community agencies.
• Collaborate with individuals to develop a personalized recovery plan that ensures safety and comfort.
• Teach and model effective problem-solving techniques and coping strategies.
• Assist participants in identifying strengths, goals, wellness objectives, and barriers.
• Serve as a role model for recovery with coping techniques and self-care practices.
• Participate in trainings and meetings to improve peer support practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess high-risk indicators.
• Conduct outreach and connect participants to community resources.
• Provide follow-up to ensure continuity of care and engagement.
• Complete all necessary documentation

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Crisis support

Peer-based support

Communication

Team collaboration

Resource navigation

Public speaking

Education

GED or high school diploma

CRSS certification

WRAP certification

Job description

Trinity Services, Inc. is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) to aid individuals in mental health crises through peer-based support and personalized recovery planning. The role emphasizes outreach, empowerment, and resource navigation within the community.

Using lived experience in recovery, you will model coping strategies, collaborate with teams, and ensure safety and engagement with services. The position requires evening hours and driving, with a pay range of $41,500–$52,500 per year.