Statewide Family & Peer Support Services Coordinator

Laseagrant; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign School of Social Work seeks a Coordinator of Family and Peer Support Services to lead statewide training and coaching for Family Advocate Specialists and Peer Support Training Specialists. This Academic Professional role emphasizes ethical delivery, lived experience, and collaboration with Medicaid and state partners.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in mental health or related field, strong supervisory and curriculum development skills,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health or related field required.
• Experience in advocacy and peer support preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate statewide training and coaching for Family Advocate Specialists and Peer Support Training Specialists.
• Ensure standardized messaging and ethical delivery of family and peer support services.
• Collaborate with state partners and advisory groups to expand reach and impact.
• Provide ongoing feedback and professional development for staff and providers.
• Travel statewide to support trainings and on-site coaching as needed.

Skills

Advocacy knowledge

Peer support

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Systems of Care values

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign School of Social Work seeks a Coordinator of Family and Peer Support Services to lead statewide training and coaching for Family Advocate Specialists and Peer Support Training Specialists. This Academic Professional role emphasizes ethical delivery, lived experience, and collaboration with Medicaid and state partners.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in mental health or related field, strong supervisory and curriculum development skills,