Peer Support Advocate

At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) our mission is to build a healthier, safer, more just society. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through the use of SPECIALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT™, we create a world where recovery, justice and empathy lead to thriving communities.

Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!

The Adult Criminal Justice and Treatment Services (ACJS) supports clients who may have struggles related to a substance use disorder. We provide opportunities for clients to rebuild their lives so they can become healthy and self-sufficient. ACJS’ work includes screening and assessments for substance use disorders, placing clients into treatment programs, monitoring and reporting on progress, and providing support including, but not limited to, insurance enrollment, obtaining a state , and finding employment resources.

We are currently looking for Full-Time – Peer Support Advocate. Starting at $39,000 - $40,000; contingent upon experience, education, etc.

The Collaborative Bridges team is an innovative care coordination pilot program to connect individuals and families with substance abuse and mental health needs upon their discharge from hospitals and provide support care coordination services until linked to long term community providers or consumer needs are resolved. This position supports others in their recovery journey and serves as a role model, mentor, advocate and motivate individuals in order to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery.

It is important that the Recovery Support Advocate has the ability to share personal recovery experiences and to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships.

• Assists recovering persons to identify personal interests, goals, strengths, and weaknesses regarding recovery; educates and coordinates program services and resources
• Evaluates, facilitates, and monitors individual’s progress in relationship to established goals and objectives
• Locates and re-engages clients into recovery services including attending linkage appointments with clients.
• Ensures documentation and service hour goals are met on a regular basis, adhering to regulatory and compliance standards
• Supports the individual in transitioning from a professional directed service plan to a self-directed wellness plan
• Provides referrals for identified needs of the client and crisis intervention services
• Researches and connects with supportive services organizations and maintains a community supportive services database
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to coordinate and monitor client services
• Assists support staff with specimen collection as needed and maintains compliance with chain of custody protocols

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience participating in their own personal recovery process in order to care for self and/or family member
• Must understand and respect an individual’s unique path to recovery
• Must possess a commitment to the recovery community
• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Within one year of hire, will be required to obtain Certified Recovery Support Specialist certification (CRSS) through the Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association
• Knowledge of community support resources, organizations, governmental agencies, and nonprofits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Paid Leave - STD/LTD
• Paid Time Off/Sick Time/ Floating Holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403 B (retirement plan)

If you are interested in this position, please visit the TASC website c.org and apply online.

TASC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. The agency does not discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status or any other protected status in accordance with federal and state law.