Recovery Transport & Peer Support Specialist

Family Guidance Centers, Inc; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision

Life Insurance

EAP

Paid time off

Job summary

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. in Manteno seeks an Entry Level Transporter/Peer Recovery Support Specialist to transport program patients to admissions and appointments, and to keep agency vans clean and ready for daily use.

You will support counselors on treatment plans, report client observations, and assist with activities alongside nursing staff. A High School Diploma/GED is required, CPRS certification (or attainable within one year), and a valid driver’s license with insurance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Must have CPRS certification or obtain within one year of placement.
• Driver's license and current auto insurance are required.

Responsibilities

• Transport program patients for admission and discharge, medical and community appointments.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of agency vans.
• Provide motivational support to assist counselors in meeting therapeutic goals.
• Support treatment plans by reporting client observations and supporting decisions.
• Assist case manager/counselor with client activities.
• Work with nursing/medical staff to monitor clients' vital signs and chart data.
• Perform room and facility checks to ensure client comfort and safety.

Skills

Transport driving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPRS certification

Driver's license

Current auto insurance

Job description

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. in Manteno seeks an Entry Level Transporter/Peer Recovery Support Specialist to transport program patients to admissions and appointments, and to keep agency vans clean and ready for daily use.

You will support counselors on treatment plans, report client observations, and assist with activities alongside nursing staff. A High School Diploma/GED is required, CPRS certification (or attainable within one year), and a valid driver’s license with insurance.