Recovery-Focused Peer Crisis Coach (CRSS)

Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (BCBS of IL)

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

FSA (Health, Dependent Care, Transit)

EAP

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer M

Paid Maternity/Paternity leave

Free Virtual Primary Care, Urgent Care

Job summary

Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare in Chicago, IL is seeking a Peer Crisis Support Specialist for the Living Room program. You will provide peer-led, trauma-informed support to guests in crisis diversion, using your lived experience to foster hope, connection, and recovery.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, collaboration with the Living Room team, and helping guests access community resources while building wellness plans and ensuring safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• Active CRSS certification required upon hire.
• Lived experience with mental health recovery and/or substance use recovery.
• High school diploma or GED required; higher education preferred.
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented care and trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and engage guests with a recovery-oriented approach.
• Provide peer support using lived experience to instill hope.
• Assist with guest intake, assessment, orientation, and daily Living Room operations.
• Build supportive relationships through active listening and engagement.
• Help guests identify strengths, goals, and coping strategies.
• Develop wellness, recovery, safety, and support plans with guests.

Skills

CRSS Certification

Lived Experience

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Human Services

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare in Chicago, IL is seeking a Peer Crisis Support Specialist for the Living Room program. You will provide peer-led, trauma-informed support to guests in crisis diversion, using your lived experience to foster hope, connection, and recovery.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, collaboration with the Living Room team, and helping guests access community resources while building wellness plans and ensuring safety and dignity.