Recovery Support Specialist, Healthy Start Recovery Home

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois•Chicago, IL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing healing, justice, and wholeness to people and communities. With over 150 years of service, LSSI continues to make a significant difference in the lives of children and families across Illinois. The organization is currently seeking a full-time Recovery Support Specialist for its Healthy Start West Recovery Home. This role is integral to the Recovery Home Team, focusing on providing comprehensive recovery support to residents. Key responsibilities include case management, meticulous documentation, and conducting individual meetings with clients to foster their recovery journey.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) required.
Certified Recovery Support Specialist certification required, or to be obtained within one year of date of hire.
Annual TB test required.
Experience using EHR (Electronic Health Record) required.
Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
Excellent organization, presentation, and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
Background check clearance required.
Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.
Access to reliable transportation required.
Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the human services or social services field preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents in becoming more involved in their own recovery.
Support and assist residents in developing and maintaining recovery-oriented, wellness-focused lifestyles.
Serve as mentor and advocate for residents in the recovery home.
Communicate with supervisor, treatment team, and collateral agencies to address client’s needs.
Partner with residents to access the services and supports that will help individuals attain personal recovery goals.
Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Benefits

On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
Opportunity for advancement.
Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

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