Recovery Navigator - Peer Support Guide (AmeriCorps)

Ampact; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend every two weeks

Education awards

Job summary

Ampact's Recovery Corps is seeking a Recovery Navigator to support individuals on their recovery journeys. You will provide peer support, guide participants in navigating resources, and help set recovery action plans with a focus on community impact.

Responsibilities include building relationships, mentoring based on personal recovery, connecting to social services, tracking progress, and participating in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• In recovery for at least one uninterrupted year.
• 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 (email and online navigation).
• 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

Recovery experience

Peer mentoring

Fluent English

Communication

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Ampact's Recovery Corps is seeking a Recovery Navigator to support individuals on their recovery journeys. You will provide peer support, guide participants in navigating resources, and help set recovery action plans with a focus on community impact.

Responsibilities include building relationships, mentoring based on personal recovery, connecting to social services, tracking progress, and participating in ongoing training.