Peer Support Specialist

Overview

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 most importantly, 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!

Division Overview: 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.

POSITION SUMMARY: 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 Peer Support Advocate has the ability to share personal recovery experiences and to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships.

• Assist individuals in achieving recovery goals through direct services and coordination of behavior health, public agencies, and community resources. (Approximate 90% of time spent in this area)
• 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
• Ensures documentation and service hour goals are met on a regular basis, adhering to regulatory and compliance standards
• Supports the individual in identifying and understanding their wellness needs and help assist the client in meeting their identified needs.
• Provides referrals to community programs for identified needs.

• 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 discriminate 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.