Recovery Navigator & Peer Support Guide

Ampact; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Childcare support

Member assistance program

Education benefits

Job summary

Recovery Corps seeks Recovery Navigators to mentor individuals in recovery, helping them set goals and navigate resources within AmeriCorps. Training will be provided to deliver peer support and guide participants toward sustained recovery.

You will meet with participants, build relationships, and track progress while participating in ongoing training and community outreach. The program year runs Sept 2026–July 2027 with full-time daytime hours.

Qualifications

• In recovery for at least one uninterrupted year from a substance use disorder.
• Dependable with a history of good attendance.
• Able to understand and follow instructions.
• Able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule.
• Have basic computer skills (like email and navigating online).
• Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing.
• 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
• Able to successfully complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Foster strong relationships with participants
• Lean on your own recovery experience to provide mentoring and peer support
• Connect participants with social service resources and programs
• Track participant recovery plan progress
• Participate in training and professional development throughout the year, including the Peer Recovery Support training
• Share your experience with the community

Skills

Peer support

Relationship building

English proficiency

Dependability

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Email & web navigation

Job description

Recovery Corps seeks Recovery Navigators to mentor individuals in recovery, helping them set goals and navigate resources within AmeriCorps. Training will be provided to deliver peer support and guide participants toward sustained recovery.

You will meet with participants, build relationships, and track progress while participating in ongoing training and community outreach. The program year runs Sept 2026–July 2027 with full-time daytime hours.