NAMI Chicago · 1 month ago
Recovery Support Associate - E&S Pilot [Talent Pool]
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23/hr - $23/hrNAMI Chicago is dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health conditions and advocating for equity in mental health care. The Recovery Support Associate role involves providing recovery support, facilitating community engagement, and linking Class Members to essential resources within a Specialized Mental Health Rehab facility.
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Responsibilities
Establishes a frequent and consistent physical presence inside of a Specialized Mental Health Rehab facility (SMHRF)/Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) to support Class Members
Provides 1 on 1 engagement and recovery support pre and post transition with navigating the CCMTP journey
Conducts community meetings/forums and informational question and answer sessions hosted in SMHRF or SNF
Provides skill building assistance and program education
Provides advocacy and follow up with service providers on behalf of Class Member
Provides additional linkage to community resources and supports in collaboration with Prime Agencies
Shares his/her recovery story as relevant to the authorized Class Member to assist her/him in their own recovery
Implements NAMI Chicago support programming within SMHRF/SNF
Maintains official records and reports to program staff as needed and scheduled
Provides the following services: Temporary social and emotional support; Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP); Teaching coping and community adjustment skills; Linking class members with important community resources; Assisting the client with getting comfortable participating in natural community supports; Providing a source of encouragement and hope
Facilitates Peer support groups on behalf of NAMI Chicago
Lead Peer-led trainings on behalf of NAMI Chicago
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Candidates will possess a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) credential OR will obtain one of these credentials within 18 months of employment at NAMI Chicago
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Valid Illinois driver's license with daily access to vehicle. Must have $100,000/$300,000 auto liability insurance
Demonstrated commitment to serving underrepresented and vulnerable populations, including social and racial/ethnic minorities as well as those living with mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders
Willing to work in a diverse environment in regard to race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and gender
Candidate will have firsthand knowledge/experience living with a mental health condition
Demonstrated sensitivity and compassion
Demonstrated interpersonal and public relations skills
Understanding of local mental health resources
Able to travel across greater Chicago
Well organized
Basic computer skills
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish
Experience with the CCMTP
Benefits
Company sponsored wellness activities.
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits.
Company sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance and Long-Term Disability.
401k Retirement plan.
Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Short Term Disability Coverage.
Generous PTO.
Company
NAMI Chicago
NAMI Chicago provides mental health support, education, and advocacy.
Founded in 1979
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Alexa James MS, LCSW
Chief Executive Officer
Ben Frank
Chief Wellness Officer
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