Certified Recovery Support Specialist- Livingroom

Posted 9 days ago

trinity servicesChannahon (IL)

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$44,500 – $51,500

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About the role

Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) The Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) plays a vital role in supporting individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis. Utilizing their lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery, the RSS provides peer-based support, facilitates individualized recovery planning, and models effective self-care and coping strategies. This role is community-focused, emphasizing outreach, resource navigation, and empowerment to help individuals achieve their recovery and wellness goals.

Location: 27754 Bluegrass Drive, Units E + F Channahon, IL 60410

Program/Service: Living Room Program

Schedule/Shift: 3 pm-11 pmSalary: $44,500 – $51,500 commensurate of experience

Application Requirement: Cover letter must be included with application

Reports To: Living Room Director

Network or Department: Network 9Essential Functions: Provide compassionate peer support to individuals in mental health crisis situations. Collaborate with individuals to develop a personalized recovery plan that ensures safety and comfort. Teach and model effective problem-solving techniques, methods for identifying and combating negative self-talk, and approaches to overcoming fears. Assist participants in identifying personal strengths, recovery goals, wellness objectives, and barriers, and help determine appropriate interventions. Serve as a role model for recovery by demonstrating effective coping techniques, self-help strategies, and self-care practices. Participate in relevant trainings, seminars, and meetings to continuously improve peer support practices. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess and respond to high-risk indicators. Conduct outreach and assist participants with connecting to community-based resources and services. Provide follow-up support to ensure continuity of care and engagement with services. Participate in the daily upkeep of the Living Room (ex. Assist with cleaning, preparing food, laundry) May need to float to Joliet Living Room if staffing coverage is needed Other duties may be assigned based on the needs of the program

Skills and Abilities: Strong empathy, active listening, and communication skills with an ability to build trust and rapport. Ability to engage and support individuals with diverse backgrounds and complex needs. Skilled in facilitating group discussions and peer-led recovery or support groups. Knowledge of community resources and services related to mental health, substance use, and recovery. Comfortable using technology to complete documentation, communicate with team members, and access resources. Capacity to remain calm and supportive in high-stress or crisis situations. Ability to uphold professional boundaries while maintaining a peer-centered approach. Non-judgmental mindset and commitment to promoting hope, recovery, and empowerment. Public speaking and advocacy skills to promote recovery-oriented services and education. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Physical Demands:

Be able to lift over 40 pounds from floor to waist unassisted
Be able to push and pull 75 pounds
Be able to complete deep knee squats
Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Operate motor vehicles
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment

Physical activities that could be used include: driving, balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion.

Qualifications: Lived experience as a consumer of mental health or substance use services (required).GED or high school diploma (required); additional education a plus. CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist) certification REQUIRED.WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) certification or willingness to complete training. Valid driver's license and current automobile liability insurance (including uninsured motorist coverage).Ability to pass all pre-employment background checks. Prior experience working with developmentally disabled individuals (adults and/or children) is a plus. Teaching experience and/or experience facilitating peer groups is highly desirable.

Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
Educational Assistance
Paid time off
Sick time
Paid Holidays
Personal Time
Potential Year-End Bonus
Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)
Classification: Nonexempt

Disclaimer: Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Statement: Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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