Recovery Project Coordinator

Ampact; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 18,457 - 26,287; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free individual health insurance

Child care assistance

Education benefits

Job summary

Ampact is seeking a Recovery Project Coordinator to address the opioid epidemic in local communities. You will support non-profit organizations and public agencies through various projects focused on community engagement, data collection, and volunteer mobilization.

The role requires strong communication skills, dependability, and a high school diploma. Benefits include free health insurance, child care assistance, and substantial education benefits for future studies.

Qualifications

• Able to understand and follow instructions.
• Able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule.
• 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Support projects like facilitating research and data collection.
• Advancing health campaigns.
• Mobilizing volunteers.

Skills

Dependable

Basic computer skills

Fluent in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Help make recovery possible for more people. Our communities are facing an opioid epidemic, and local organizations need your help to address this crisis.

Join Recovery Corps as a Recovery Project Coordinator and you’ll spend your days at a non‑profit organization or public agency committed to serving recovery communities. We’ll train you to help your service site reach more people in the community and support you every step of the way!

How does it work? You’ll take on projects that contribute to your service site’s goals, focusing on community engagement, data collection, project coordination, volunteer mobilization, or workforce development. With your time and support, organizations can maximize their impact and bring services to more people in need!

Core Responsibilities

• Support projects such as:
  • Facilitating research and data collection
  • Leading focus groups
  • Advancing health campaigns
  • Mobilizing volunteers
  • Creating education campaigns
  • Conducting training on pathways to recovery
• Commit to your own growth through training and professional development
• Share your experience with the community

Essential Qualifications

• Dependable and have a history of good attendance
• Able to understand and follow instructions
• Able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule, depending on the agreed upon hours commitment
• Proficient in 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

Perks Package

Schedule

We are currently hiring for the 2026-27 program year. Positions run September 2026–July 2027.

• 40 hours per week
• Daytime hours
• Monday-Friday
• Time off on holidays

Part-time positions are also available at 25 hours per week!

Pay & Benefits

Full-time AmeriCorps members receive a paycheck (stipend) every two weeks. Compensation: $16.24 per hour served and additional perks! Learn more.

• Free individual health insurance – monthly premium 100% covered
• Child care assistance – based on family size and income
• Member assistance program

Plus, great education benefits, including:

• Up to $7395.00 for college tuition or student loans (members 55+ can transfer this award to a qualified family member)
• Federal student loan forbearance (payment pause) and interest repayment
• Time accrual toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

About our Organization

About Our Organization

Recovery Corps is powered by incredible AmeriCorps members helping more people build a healthy life in recovery. The program launched in 2017 as a strategic partnership through ServeMinnesota and is administered by Ampact as part of its healthy futures program offerings.

Ampact prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age (40 and over), religion, sexual orientation, disability (mental or physical), political affiliation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, reprisal, genetic information (including family medical history), military service, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodation available upon request. This document is available in alternative formats.