Recovery Support Specialist, Mobile Crisis- Part Time

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Chicago, IL

5d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is seeking a part-time Recovery Support Specialist to join their Mobile Crisis Unit. This role involves providing recovery support and crisis intervention to clients living in the community. The position is community-based and involves an overnight shift, specifically on Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. LSSI is a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing healing, justice, and wholeness to individuals and communities, with a history of over 150 years of service in Illinois.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in the human service or social service required.
• Certified Recovery Support Specialist certification required, or to be obtained within one year of date of hire.
• Lived mental health or substance abuse experience 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.

Nice To Haves

• CADC (Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to clients experiencing a mental health crisis or substance use crisis via telephone or in person.
• Provide shift coverage in Mobile Crisis and maintain a caseload of community-based clients.
• Engage, provide relapse education, and support clients in their recovery journey via telephone or in person.
• Serve as a mentor to clients and provide ongoing support.
• Partner with clients to access 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 individuals 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.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

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