Peer Support Specialist- Broadview
1915-17 W Roosevelt Rd.
Broadview, IL, 60155
Full-Time, non-exempt
Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing behavioral health services to Chicago and the surrounding communities. We offer a continuum of programs addressing substance abuse, mental health, adolescent issues, family relationships, and more. Every year, H.A.S. serves over six thousand individuals.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly salary
- Health insurance (PPO, HMO)
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) / Health savings account (HSA)
- Life insurance- Paid by H.A.S.
- Short Term Disability - Paid by H.A.S.
- Long Term Disability - Paid by H.A.S.
- CEU eligible on-site trainings
- Supervision
- $200 Professional Development
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Peer Recovery Specialist provides crisis services to participants within West Suburban Cook County, primarily in and around the Broadview community. The crisis team operates out of the Living Room to provide crisis services 7 days per week, 12pm-8pm. Peer Recovery Specialist use their personal experience to engage with participants, 18 years and older, to de-escalate the crisis, complete a risk assessment and connect participants to mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, etc. services as needed.
The Broadview Living Room operates 7 days per week, 365 days per year, 12pm-8pm.
Peer Support Responsibilities:
- Provide crisis intervention for all active participants and first-time walk-ins.
- Complete crisis assessments in the Living Room using a client-centered and trauma-informed approach along with motivational interviewing.
- Provide crisis services with the goal of prevention, intervention, and immediate stabilization.
- Create safety plans as needed.
- Assist in determining a need for an involuntary petition, additional psychiatric assessments, or other emergency services.
- Assess and provide support for information and appropriate referrals; internal and external.
- Provide brief resource and service navigation for participants who may be experiencing homelessness, income insecurity, domestic violence, or other social service needs.
- Collaborate with local police departments and other community entities to receive phone and in-person referrals.
- Share own experiences that lead to recovery as a motivator in assisting participants in recovery process.
- Understanding of different philosophies and approaches to mental illness, substance use treatment, and harm reduction.
- Participate in regular outreach activities, including canvassing the community surrounding the Living Room, tabling at community events, and collaborating with other HAS outreach teams.
- Ensure all documentation is completed and entered in the database for record tracking.
- Complete follow up calls and document.
- Maintain the Living Room cleanliness by cleaning up after participants leave.
- Participate in a bi-weekly meeting with supervisor.
- Promptly respond to all correspondence.
- Complete onboarding and monthly trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Program Supervisor.
Peer Support Specialist Qualifications:
- Personal experience in the recovery process. Prefer a two-year minimum in stable recovery.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Good time management skills.
- Pass background check.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
- Ability to use the computer or willingness to be trained.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma or GED, required.
- Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) – obtained within one (1) year from date of employment is required.
EOE