Peer Recovery Support Specialist (Community-Based)
Thresholds
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Job summary
Thresholds is seeking a Community Support Specialist in Chicago, IL, to support clients in their recovery within their community. You will use your lived experience and CRSS-ready credentials to help coordinate care, connect clients with needed resources, and remove barriers to access to mental health services.
The role involves advocacy, mentoring, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates bring personal recovery experience, strong communication, and reliable
Qualifications
- Lived experience with mental health recovery as a foundation for support.
- Good written communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage time and organize tasks effectively.
Responsibilities
- Provide case management to connect clients with resources and help navigate systems.
- Assist clients with daily living activities and transportation to appointments and services.
- Collaborate with the team to advocate for clients and support recovery goals.
Skills
Education
Job description
Thresholds is seeking a Community Support Specialist in Chicago, IL, to support clients in their recovery within their community. You will use your lived experience and CRSS-ready credentials to help coordinate care, connect clients with needed resources, and remove barriers to access to mental health services.
The role involves advocacy, mentoring, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates bring personal recovery experience, strong communication, and reliable
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