What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Recovery Support Specialist/Case Manager - Manteno position at fgcinc?
Job Description:
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC’s comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
****$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS****
1st $1,000.00: after 30 days of employment
2nd $1,000.00: after 6 months of employment
Essential Duties:
- Facilitate linkages/coordinate services with outside agencies for patients with unmet needs (i.e., childcare, transportation service, psychiatry, housing, etc.)
- Track attendance of newly enrolled patients to ensure they complete orientation within allotted days of admission
- Review FGC program policies in group or individual sessions
- Compile data to present to medical team, in conjunction with clinical staff input, when doctor intervention is indicated
- Attend to patients in crisis at the request of medical reception or other staff
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm)
Start Date: ASAP
Work Location: 333 W. Evergreen St., Manteno, IL
Pay Rate: Up to $18.00 per hour; based on experience
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS clearance required.
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Experience and Skills:
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma / GED required; Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relations encouraged to apply.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CADC or CPRS preferred
Job Benefits:
Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interest in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance,
- EAP
- 401k pension plan
- Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off are included in our paid time off compensation package
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