Certified Recovery Support Specialist

Trinity Services Inc. • Channahon, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and immediate supervision of the Living Room Program Coordinator, the Recovery Support Specialist delivers supportive services to guests of the Living Room. The Recovery Support Specialist creates a positive, non-clinical environment that supports guests in managing crises in a comfortable, welcoming environment.

Requirements

• Lived experience as a consumer of mental health and/or substance use disorder services.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) certification.
• Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) certification or willingness to complete WRAP training.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile liability insurance, including uninsured motorist coverage.
• Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education is a plus.
• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including adults and/or children, is a plus.
• Teaching experience and/or experience facilitating peer support groups is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supports guests who are experiencing mental health crises
• Connects guests with community resources to help prevent future crises
• Reviews with guests triggers to the current crisis, to help problem solve how to manage similar triggers in the future
• Collaborates with clinicians to ensure guests complete necessary assessments
• Completes all trainings necessary to become a Certified Recovery Support Specialist within a year of employment.
• Works evenings and some weekends to ensure Living Room is accessible seven days a week
• Participates in staff meetings
• Communicates with staff, guests, community agencies, and other internal or external entities in a professional and timely manner
• Works with other Trinity staff members in developing and suggesting events and system improvements, anticipates potential problem areas, and communicates any identified problem areas or concerns to the Living Room Director
• Reports any injuries or specific needs of guests to Living Room Director
• Advises the Living Room Director of any immediate or non-immediate medical problems regarding any guests.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Time
• Potential Year-End Bonus
• Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
• Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED