Part-Time Mobile Crisis Recovery Support Specialist (Bilingual)

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,104,000 - 60,614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet pay on demand

Competitive salary

Hourly wage $20.20

Advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits: healthcare, up

to 26 days PTO, 11 holidays, sick time

403(b), EAP, flexible hours

Paid training

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking compassionate crisis support staff in Chicago to respond to clients in mental health or substance use crises, in person or by phone. You will work in Mobile Crisis, manage a caseload of community clients, and guide individuals toward recovery with empathy and professionalism.

Requirements include a high school diploma, lived experience with mental health or substance abuse, and certification in recovery support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CADC certification preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience in human services required.
• Certified Recovery Support Specialist certification required or to be obtained within one year of hire.
• Lived mental health or substance abuse experience required.
• Bilingual Spanish and English preferred.
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Computer skills including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Respond to clients’ mental health or substance use crises via telephone or in person.
• Provide shift coverage in Mobile Crisis and maintain a caseload of community-based clients.
• Engage, provide relapse education, and support clients in their recovery journey via phone or in person.
• Serve as a mentor to clients and provide ongoing support.
• Partner with clients to access services that help achieve recovery goals.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and integrity with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CADC (certification) preferred

Certified Recovery Support Specialist certification (or within 1 year)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking compassionate crisis support staff in Chicago to respond to clients in mental health or substance use crises, in person or by phone. You will work in Mobile Crisis, manage a caseload of community clients, and guide individuals toward recovery with empathy and professionalism.

Requirements include a high school diploma, lived experience with mental health or substance abuse, and certification in recovery support.