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The CENTER for Human Services is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist to join our full-time team in a supported residential program. You will provide recovery support services, advocacy, and mentoring to clients, helping them access community resources and develop plans for ongoing recovery.
Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, be in recovery themselves, and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills.
Supported Residential Recovery Support Specialist (Full-Time)
The CENTER for Human Services, a leading provider of behavioral health care services, is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist (Full-Time) to work in our supported residential program.
Provide recovery support services
Provide advocacy and mentoring
Distribute information and assistance in accessing community resources to clients
Develop collaborative working relationships with community agencies, homeless shelters, therapists, physicians, and law enforcement personnel
High School Diploma or GED
Self-identification as a person in recovery from mental illness or substance use who is committed to their own recovery in order to help others through their recovery journey
Willingness and ability to engage in self-disclosure to assist in treatment
Passion to help others with their recovery
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Must have reliable transportation and a valid Illinois driver’s license
One year of work or volunteer experience in behavioral health or crisis intervention
Salary Range:$17.00 - $21.00 per hour