Recovery Navigator: Peer Support Mentor

Ampact; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education awards

Professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Ampact is hiring a Recovery Navigator to support individuals on their recovery journeys in Chicago. The role involves building relationships, providing peer support using personal recovery experience, and connecting participants to resources. Candidates must have at least one year of recovery, a high school diploma, and basic computer skills. The position requires full-time commitment (40 hours/week) or part-time (25 hours/week) with daytime hours, and includes training opportunities and professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least one uninterrupted year in recovery from substance use disorder.
• Dependable with a history of good attendance.
• Able to understand and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Foster strong relationships with participants.
• Provide mentoring and peer support based on recovery experience.
• Connect participants with social service resources.

Skills

Peer support

Relationship building

Basic computer skills

Fluent in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ampact is hiring a Recovery Navigator to support individuals on their recovery journeys in Chicago. The role involves building relationships, providing peer support using personal recovery experience, and connecting participants to resources. Candidates must have at least one year of recovery, a high school diploma, and basic computer skills. The position requires full-time commitment (40 hours/week) or part-time (25 hours/week) with daytime hours, and includes training opportunities and professional development in a supportive environment.