at Lake County Health Department in Waukegan, Illinois, United States
Job Description
$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS The Peer Support Specialist provides support to clients based on their own experiences with serious mental illness to increase skills in the areas of independent living and self-advocacy. You will explain, guide, support, and assist clients with goals of improved stability and self-sufficiency, independent living, self-advocacy, and development of supportive relationships. Co-leads client activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Education
- High school diploma, G.E.D. certificate required;
- Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) preferred.
- Requires one year of direct and personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services.
- Requires valid driver’s license and insurance.
Scheduled Hours: 37.5 hours a week
- Hours will vary based on location (Waukegan or Zion)
- Flexible on Saturday and Sunday.
Essential Functions
- Assists in the planning and implementation of activities of the Drop-In Center.
- Assists in the development and leading of mental health recovery groups.
- Assists in the development and leading of advocacy training groups.
- Provides supportive peer counseling.
- Assists in implementing independent living skills and leading independent living skills groups.
- Assist with transportation of client(s) to and from home and outings
- Assists in providing community consultation and education, as assigned.
- Assists in the development and facilitation of training for clients and the community.
- Explains LCHD programs to clients and/or family
- Assists family through the intake, referral, and connection with other agencies.
