Part-Time Crisis Support Specialist - Peer Advocate

Thresholds; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with 3% match

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Thresholds in Illinois offers a community Living Room crisis support role where you will use your lived experience to advocate, inform, and provide peer support to guests in crisis.

You will engage guests, model coping strategies, help create crisis recovery plans, and connect them with services while greeting guests and keeping the space welcoming and tidy. Training and CRSS certification support are provided, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Lived experience of mental health recovery is required.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Strong time management and organization; at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED is required; higher education in related fields is preferred; CRSS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage guests in conversation to hear their stories, learn about their interests and strengths, and encourage recovery steps.
• Model coping strategies and help guests develop their own crisis recovery plans.
• Link guests with supportive services for after their crisis.
• Greet guests and learn their names, inviting them to determine their recovery path.
• Prepare food for guests and keep the space neat and tidy.
• Take part in ongoing training opportunities and supervision for CRSS certification.

Skills

Lived experience

Effective communication

Relationship-building

Time management

Age 21+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Higher education in Psychology/Social Work/Counseling or related field

CRSS certification preferred

Job description

Thresholds in Illinois offers a community Living Room crisis support role where you will use your lived experience to advocate, inform, and provide peer support to guests in crisis.

You will engage guests, model coping strategies, help create crisis recovery plans, and connect them with services while greeting guests and keeping the space welcoming and tidy. Training and CRSS certification support are provided, with competitive hourly pay.