Recovery Support Associate - IHRS

Description

Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Recovery Manager

Office Location: 224 West Hill Street Suite 410, Chicago, IL ; required in-office minimum of 3 days per week (hybrid work policy subject to change). 

Background:

Guided by the experiences of those living with mental health conditions and rooted in equity, NAMI Chicago educates to fight stigma and discrimination, fiercely advocates for our community, and shares hope, connection and expertise with people on their mental health journey. NAMI Chicago seeks to fill gaps in Chicago's mental health system, with an intentional emphasis on racial equity and breaking down barriers to care.

Who We Are Looking For:   

The Recovery Support Associate supports NAMI Chicago’s mission by sharing their own recovery story to support Class Members in reaching their goals. Reporting to the Recovery Manager, the Recovery Support Associate facilitates support opportunities and connections to community services as resources. The ideal candidate has a CRSS or CPRS and is bilingual in Spanish and English. 

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

· Provides support to Class Members in reaching their goals to ensure transition into independent living or while living independently in the community, including temporary social and emotional support, medication advocacy, Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP), coping and community adjustment skills, and accessing community supports. 

· Engages with Class Members during non-traditional hours and connects to their wrap around services as needed.

· Shares their recovery story as relevant to the authorized Class Member to assist them in their own recovery.

· Facilitates peer support groups and leads peer-led trainings.

· Implements NAMI Chicago support programming within SMHRF/SNF 

· Works with program partners and the State to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing services and links Class Members to community resources. 

· Maintains official records and reports to program staff as needed and scheduled.

· Performs other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

 Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 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 regards 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

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 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.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Ability to travel throughout the Greater Chicago area. 
• Computer Skills: Proficiency Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word. Proficiency in Internet Explorer, Outlook/Exchange; Windows operating systems; and other software routinely used by NAMI Chicago.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license with daily access to vehicle. Must have $100,000/$300,000 auto liability insurance

Available 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. 

Base Rate: $23/hour   

NAMI Chicago is an inclusive employer, we welcome and encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+, Veterans, Differently Abled, Returning Citizens and All Who Are Dedicated to Mental Health to Apply.