What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist - South Loop - Chicago 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Work closely with patients with substance use, mental health or
co-occurring challenges to enhance their recovery, in individual and
group settings.
• Provide individualized, ongoing guidance,
coaching and support with appropriate professional boundaries and
means.
• Prioritize engagement with all newly admitted
patients.
• Assist and provide motivation, support, and education
to individuals in treatment at FGC.
• Provide training in the use
of personal and community resources.
Schedule: Monday thru Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: $18.26 - $22.00 per hour, based on certification
Work Location: 2630 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago
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 EXPERIENCE: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED with some formal or informal experience in behavioral healthcare and/or community relations arena is preferred. Past or present consumer of substance abuse services with a history of managing one’s own illness. Awareness of the importance of recovery in living with an addiction problem. Past experience working directly with people in a service oriented field is beneficial. Active membership in a consumer advocacy or self-help group.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) or be certified within one year of employment date.
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
Salary : $18 - $22