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Recovery Advocate

$39,200–$42,650 year

On-site · Chicago, Illinois, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
High School Or Equivalent
Company size
Unknown

Job Summary

Recovery Advocate responsible for supporting individuals on their recovery journey within the Youth & Family Services division. The role includes serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to individuals in recovery; evaluating and monitoring progress toward recovery goals; providing recovery education and coordinating services, resources, and programs to help clients achieve service plan goals; documenting progress monthly; ensuring service hour goals are met; coaching clients toward self-directed recovery; and providing referrals and crisis intervention as needed. Successful candidates will share personal recovery experiences, develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships, and pursue CRSS certification within one year. The position emphasizes collaboration with human services, child welfare systems, juvenile courts, and community providers to promote healthy outcomes; strong computer skills and a commitment to serving a diverse population are required.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must obtain Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) certification within one year of hire
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Internet
  • Ability to work with a diverse population
  • Experience participating in personal recovery process to care for self and/or family member
  • Knowledge of community support resources, housing, food assistance, government benefits programs, public insurance, education, vocation and workforce development resources
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