Job Description

About Us:

Leaders in recovery. Champions of hope.

Rosecrance is a private not-for-profit organization and nationally recognized leader in treating substance use and mental health disorders for children, adolescents, adults, and families. With nearly 60 locations in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa, our physician-led team has developed an innovative, multidisciplinary, outcomes-informed approach.

Since 1916, our unmatched legacy as a proven behavioral healthcare leader is a source of hope and strength to those we serve and provides a roadmap for the best opportunity for lasting recovery. Rosecrance served nearly 50,000 clients last year.

Position Purpose:

The Recovery Specialist must be eligible to pursue the Certified Recovery Support Specialist credential (CRSS) based on their behavioral health lived experience.

The Recovery Specialist will do the following: Provide recovery-oriented, person centered, and trauma informed services; Serve as an advocate; Provide information and support for individuals in emergency, outpatient and walk-in settings; Participate as a team member in the delivery of treatment services to clients and their families and to facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations; Provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or higher education

Qualifications:

• Advocate for individuals using professionalism and non-adversarial approach
• Willingness, ability and commitment to serve as a role model for behavioral health recovery

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide appropriate behavioral interventions and advocacy for individuals with mental health disorders.
• Have a thorough understanding of community resources and Rosecrance full array of services.
• Attend trainings toward CRSS credential
• Participate in statewide events/summits/trainings/activities that support the education and development of consumer provider services.
• Attend all scheduled meetings of staff, team meetings or appropriate committee meetings as designated.
• Serve as a member of the assigned team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the professional code of conduct and within the framework of the law.
• Facilitate transportation of clients to Rosecrance buildings or hospitals as needed.
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Serve as a role model and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing the agency.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials

Benefits:

• Tuition assistance (qualifications apply)
• Licensure/certification reimbursement (qualifications apply)
• Paid Time Off
• Referral program
• Wellness plan
• Certain facilities offering on-site gym

Schedule: Monday - Friday 4 hour shifts per day; 20 hours/week

Work Location: Rosecrance Ware Center \xe2\x80\x93 Rockford, IL

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer.

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