Recovery Navigator: Peer Support & Resources

Ampact; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

Child care assistance

Member assistance program

Education benefits

Job summary

Recovery Navigator roles through Recovery Corps, administered by Ampact, support individuals on their recovery journeys by mentoring, guiding resources, and helping to build recovery action plans.

You will meet with participants, foster relationships, and track progress, drawing on your own recovery experience. This AmeriCorps position offers a structured schedule and ongoing training.

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 based on hours commitment.
• Have basic computer skills (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.
• 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 peer support

English fluency

Dependable

Follow instructions

Basic computer skills

Ability to maintain schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recovery Navigator roles through Recovery Corps, administered by Ampact, support individuals on their recovery journeys by mentoring, guiding resources, and helping to build recovery action plans.

You will meet with participants, foster relationships, and track progress, drawing on your own recovery experience. This AmeriCorps position offers a structured schedule and ongoing training.